The rumours suggesting that Adidas has terminated its partnership with Nigeria are not true, as the German Sportswear has come out to vehemently deny the claim, though it reiterated its position on the situation in the country’s football circle.
Adidas who just sealed a World Record Kit partnership deal with English Premier League side Manchester United said, through an official that:
FIFA issued a July 15 deadline to put the matter into resolve but it later extended it by two days which leaves the Nigeria with more time at hand to find a permanent solution to the crisis.
This the biggest kit company in the world reacted:
the official concluded.
Earlier this week, Adidas restated its contract with banned Uruguayan striker Luis Suarez, though yet again condemning the action of the newly signed Barcelona player.
Chief Executive of Adidas Herbert Hainer, told the press: