Getafe president Angel Torres has expressed the club’s desire to bring Christantus Uche back from his loan with Crystal Palace.
Uche joined Crystal Palace on a season-long loan from Getafe in the summer.
A mandatory option was included in the deal if certain conditions were met.
It’s however uncertain the conditions will be met with the midfielder struggling for regular playing time.
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Torres stressed that there is still “room” for circumstances to change, but he didn’t rule out the idea of the striker returning to the Coliseum.
“He’d be welcome back if he returns,” Torres was quoted by Tribal Football.
The 22-year-old has made four league appearances for the Eagles.
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I know that selecting players who are warming the bench in their clubs is unfair to others who are active. But I would not complain if Uche is given a look-in.
Obviously, this will depend on whether he is sharp or not. But, he is such a huge talent that having in the squad adds value.
His versatility is top rate as he can function as a support striker or winger. His physicality makes him suited for an African tournament. But, this move to Crystal Palace was what his Super Eagles career did not need at this time.
More so, some of those young midfielders in the provisional list look like the real deal, going by their montages. Also, most of them, like Tom Dele-Bashiru, are playing regularly and would feel hard-done-by if overlooked for a bench warmer.
It’s Chelle’s choice; he has seen Uche in close quarters and should know what Uche brings to the picnic. Some benchwarmers like Uche still train with the main squad of their clubs week-in week-out and even feature for their U-23s to retain match fitness and to be ready for action when called upon.
Hopefully, this is the case with Uche!
**He can function as a support striker or midfielder**