Henry Onyekuru set to join Super Eagles AFCON 2021 camp after late call-up

Former Monaco forward Henry Onyekuru could be on his way to the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon next month according to reports from Greece.

The versatile Olympiakos attacker has been handed a late call to the Super Eagles per latest reports in the Greek media.

"On Wednesday night, Onyekuru was suddenly invited by the Nigerian national team," Greek outlet Gazetta posted on their website.

Super Eagles interim boss Augustine Eguavoen made his 28-man squad public with the 24-year-old one of the notable omissions from the list of 10 forwards invited.

However, it now appears Onyekuru will join the Super Eagles camp, which is already open in Abuja, after injuries to some players.

"While he was initially excluded, due to injuries of some "players", a gap was created, which was deemed appropriate to be filled by the ace of Olympiakos," Gazzetta concluded. 

At the time of filing this report, Onyekuru's invitation and who he will replace have yet to be confirmed by the Nigeria Footbal Federation (NFF).

Onyekuru has failed to score or assist a goal in 11 matches for the Greek giants this season.