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  • Chelsea loanee Victor Moses finally returns

    Chelsea loanee, Victor Moses, has returned to Fenerbahce’s first-team training ahead of their Super Lig clash against Denizlispor on Sunday, according to Goal.

    The former Super Eagles winger has been out of action for Fenerbahce since August due to injury.

    Moses sustained a muscle injury in Fenerbahce’s 5-0 victory over Gaziantep.

    He looks set to play again for the yellow Canaries this weekend after missing seven consecutive matches for the club.

    The 28-year-old helped Ersun Yanal’s men to win the Turkish Cup last season.

    Fenerbahce are currently in fifth position on the log with 11 points from seven games this term.

  • I miss playing for Super Eagles – Victor Moses

    Former Nigeria international Victor Moses has stated that he misses playing for the Super Eagles.

    The 28-year-old announced his shocking retirement from the Nigerian national team after the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

    Moses has however stated in a report to the Turkish media that he misses Nigerian supporters cheering him on whenever he put on the green and white.

    He said, “I feel love here and the fans are really pushing me. Not so different like when I play for Nigeria. I miss playing for Nigeria ‎as making the fans happy is our goal as a team. Same as here with Fenerbahce.”

    Moses who is on an 18-month loan deal at Fenerbahce from Premier League giants Chelsea has been linked to a return to the national team set up with Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick stating that there are talks to ongoing between the two parties.

    Moses struggled to displace forwards Eden Hazard, Willain, Pedro and youngster Callum Hudson-Odoi under Maurizio Sarri has revitalised his career in Turkey.

    The Nigerian forward who scored his first goal for Fenerbahce in his second outing stated that he is enjoying the supporter from his new team comparing the atmosphere to when playing for Nigeria.

  • Victor Moses scores for new club Fenerbahce

    Victor Moses on Friday opened his scoring account for his new club Fenerbahce in their 2-0 win over ten-man Goztepe in a Turkish Super League clash at the Ulker Stadium.

    The former Super Eagles’ winger second appearance for the club since his one and a half year loan signing on Jan. 25.

    The 28-year-old Chelsea loanee came on for Andre Ayew in the 64th minute and helped Fenerbahce win their second consecutive win in the Turkish Super Lig.

    Goztepe’s Cameron Jerome was sent off in the 50th minute of the match .

    The former Crystal Palace, Stoke City, Liverpool and West Ham winger made his debut for Fenerbahce in their 3-2 win over Yemi Malatyaspor.

    Ayew shot Fenerbahce into the lead after nine minutes before Moses scored nine minutes after coming on for the Ghanian in the 73rd minute, finding the back of the net off a corner-kick.

    Fenerbahce are now 11th in the Turkish Super Lig table after 20 games with 23 points.

    Moses is expected to make his third appearance for his Turkish Super Log side against Kayseirspor on Feb. 8.

    NAN

  • Super Eagles coach Rohr speaks on Moses return

    Super Eagles Coach, Gernot Rohr on Wednesday said that the door of the team was still open for the team’s ace winger, Victor Moses, but he must show commitment and fight for shirt.

    Rohr made the comment on the sidelines of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Match Day 4 between MFM FC and Rangers International FC of Enugu.

    On Moses comeback to the team after announcing his premature retirement after the World Cup in Russia, Rohr said he appreciated Moses’s quality as a winger.

    Super Eagles Coach, Gernot Rohr on Wednesday said that the door of the team was still open for the team’s ace winger, Victor Moses, but he must show commitment and fight for shirt.

    Rohr made the comment on the sidelines of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Match Day 4 between MFM FC and Rangers International FC of Enugu.

    On Moses comeback to the team after announcing his premature retirement after the World Cup in Russia, Rohr said he appreciated Moses’s quality as a winger.

    “Victor Moses is a player with lots of quality but stopped playing for the National team after the World Cup. We have to respect his decision not to play again.

    “If he wants to come back to the team, it is okay but he must show a lots of motivation, he must show that he is fit to play for the team because we have other players playing well in his position now.

    “Moses has to be strong to come back to the team because we have more options on the wings now like Samuel Kalu, Samuel Chukwueze, Alex Iwobi and Ahmed Musa. All these players are on his wings.

    “Victor Moses comeback is a good news for us,” he said.

  • January transfer: Victor Moses to join another London club

    January transfer: Victor Moses to join another London club

    Premier League club, Fulham have won the race ahead of Cardiff City and Crystal Palace to sign Chelsea winger, Victor Moses.

    According to Love Sport Radio, Moses is on the verge of joining Fulham this January transfer window.

    The British station reports that the announcement is expected to be made before the end of the this week.

    Moses has fallen out of favour at Chelsea since the Blues manager, Maurizio Sarri took over from fellow Italian compatriot, Antonio Conte early this season.

    The ex-Nigerian international has barely featured for Sarri’s side so far this campaign.

    The 28-year-old has failed to impress Sarri at the West London club and that has led to speculation about his future at Stamford Bridge.

    Moses will hope to play for Chelsea when they tackle Newcastle United in the Premier League on Saturday.

  • We still need Moses in Super Eagles – Ahmed Musa

    Super Eagles forward Ahmed Musa has said his former team-mate Victor Moses is still needed in the national team and also wants him to have a rethink about his decision to retire from international football.

    Chelsea wing-back, Victor Moses announced his retirement from international football after the 2018 World Cup in Russia, a move which came to many as a surprise but according to Moses he wants to focus more on his club career and family.

    Super Eagles stand-in captain, Ahmed Musa who has played on the wings for Nigeria with Moses mostly on the opposite flank says he missed the Chelsea ace and insist that his spot in the team is still available despite the emergence of players like Samuel Kalu, Samuel Chukwueze among others.

    “ I miss his presence with the team and I believe he is still needed in this team. You can’t take away what he has done for the team and what he can do for the team if he decides to reverse his decision “, Musa said.

  • Victor Moses set to dump Chelsea

    Victor Moses set to dump Chelsea

    Chelsea winger Victor Moses has joined the growing list of players who could be heading for the Stamford Bridge exit door in January.
    The 27-year-old has not impressed new manager Maurizio Sarri after being a regular under Antonio Conte, and could be another player on the move next year.
    He made 38 appearances in all competitions last season, netting four times, after playing 40 games the season before, scoring four again.
    Moses, who represented Nigeria at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia before the team crashed out from the group stage.
    TNG recall that the former Super Eagles star, after the World Cup on 15 August announced his retirement from international football.
    However, since Maurizio Sarri’s appointment as new Chelsea manager, the team witnessed a change in formation with a traditional flat back-four, leaving Moses as an option on the wing.
    With Willian in the squad, Moses has found game-time hard to come by. He has only made five appearances this season, with two coming in the Premier League.
    The report does not mention any potential destinations for Moses, although many Premier League sides are likely to be interested.
     
     
     

  • Victor Moses has the right to take decisions for himself – Christian Chukwu

    Christian Chukwu, former Super Eagles coach and captain, on Thursday said that the retirement of Nigerian born Chelsea player, Victor Moses, from international football was a matter of decision and not age.

    Chukwu told the News Agency of Nigeria that Moses knew about his body faculty more than any person.

    He said that the decision should be read from the player’s personal opinion and not from the age.

    “Victor Moses is a very vibrant and young player, so he has the right to take decisions for himself.

    “He knows his body more than any person, therefore, it is best known to him why he retired and we wish him well,’’ Chukwu said.

    The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Chelsea of England player announced a surprise international retirement.

    He did this in a series of Twitter posts and pictures citing his club career development and family as part of his reasons for the decision.

    The former Stoke City, Westham and Liverpool player, thanked Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, the coaching staff, Nigerians and indeed the NFF for their support and opportunity given him while playing for the national team.

    Moses, 27, scored 12 goals in 37 appearances for the Super Eagles.

    Moses was instrumental in Super Eagles conquering of Africa in 2013, and represented the country in two World Cups – 2014 and 2018.

    No reactions have come out from NFF over this development.

    However, his Chelsea teammate, Eden Hazard, has wished him well in his future endeavours.

    Hazard twitted “Congratulations! You made your country proud’’.

    NAN

  • Ahmed Musa reacts as Victor Moses retires from international football

    Ahmed Musa reacts as Victor Moses retires from international football

    Al-Nassr new boy, Ahmed Musa, has reacted to Victor Moses’s decision to retire from international football.

    Moses, in an Instagram post on Wednesday, explained that he will no longer feature for the Super Eagles but wants to focus on his family and Chelsea.

    Musa hailed the 27-year-old for his contribution and wished him good luck for the future.

    “It was a pleasure to play alongside such a great player.

    “You have served your nation well and will always be remembered.

    “Good luck in all you do @VictorMoses,” he wrote.

  • ‘A Great Year for Me’ – Victor Moses celebrate 2017 despite CAf Award Snub

    ‘A Great Year for Me’ – Victor Moses celebrate 2017 despite CAf Award Snub

    The winger recounts his achievements in the year, acknowledging Conte’s role as he helped reawaken his career
    Victor Moses has tagged 2017 as ‘a great year’ following his English Premier League triumph with Chelsea and Nigeria’s 2018 World Cup qualification.

    The 27-year-old had embarked on loan spells at Liverpool, Stoke City and West Ham prior to the 2016-17 campaign.

    But the former Wigan man hit an incredible form that coincided with an unprecedented transformation – as he transitioned into a wing-back under Antonio Conte – last season.

    And he has revealed the challenges adapting while being grateful to Conte for his career revival at Stamford Bridge.

    “It’s a bit crazy and shows how far I’ve come,” Moses told Daily Star.

    “Becoming a wing back is not an easy transition. It’s not an easy job and you need the stamina to play there.

    “The manager works me on the training ground, and it’s been really good. When you have someone who is really backing you it gives you confidence.

    “It’s been a great year for me. I’ve really enjoyed it, but want to keep it going.

    However, despite missing out on the final shortlist for the African Player of the Year, behind Gabon’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Egypt’s Mohamed Salah and Senegal’s Sadio Mane, the Super Eagle is impressed at being nominated.

    “I must have done well. It felt good to be nominated (for Caf award). I’ve worked so hard. Nigeria were the first African country to qualify for the World Cup.

    “We are like Chelsea. We believe in ourselves. Chelsea have loads of games of coming up. We’ve got a great squad, and the manager we have here, we know what we are capable of,” he concluded.

    Victor Moses has since returned from a hamstring injury that kept him out for more than a month, to reclaim his starting berth at Chelsea. And he has played in 14 games in all competitions this season.