The Super Eagles commenced their training camp in Antalya, Turkey, Tuesday as preparations intensify for international friendlies against Iran and Jordan.
According to team media officer Promise Efoghe, members of the technical crew and backroom staff have already arrived in Istanbul.
The invited players arrived at the camp mid day yesterday, marking the start of full preparations under head coach Éric Chelle, who has named a 23-man squad for the two fixtures.
The training sessions in Antalya will provide the coaching staff with an opportunity to assess player fitness and build team cohesion.
The three-time African champions will take on Iran in their first friendly on Friday, before facing Jordan four days later in what promises to be another key test.
Both matches are expected to offer valuable match experience as the Super Eagles continue to fine-tune their squad and strategies.
Despite a clear willingness on the club’s part, Fritz conceded that the move has ultimately failed to deliver.
“As things stand now, we have to say that it hasn’t worked out in that form,” he said.
Boniface has endured a difficult time at the Weserstadion, failing to score in 11 Bundesliga appearances, before undergoing surgery for a knee injury.
