Rotherham United star Semilore Ajayi has admitted he was “gutted” after he was dropped by the Super Eagles for the 2019 AFCON, but he will also urge the team to go all out and make Nigerians proud at the tournament.
The former Arsenal player, who was dropped from the squad on Saturday from the AFCON party, said he will be backing the team all the way in Egypt.
“Wishing my brothers the best of luck at the upcoming AFCON 2019,” Ajayi started out on Instagram.
“It’s been a privilege to have been part of this squad and as much as I’m gutted that I can’t make it I wish everyone linked with the Super Eagles the very of luck this summer.
“I will be supporting the team until the end. Go and make Nigeria proud my brothers.”
SCORENigeria learnt he has headed straight back to England after he was axed.
The 25-year-old Ajayi was born in England and could play as a midfielder or defender.
He has played for Cardiff City, Crew Alexandra, AFC Wimbledon, Dartford, Charlton Athletic and Arsenal.
