SKF Sered of Slovakia will make a decision on the future of 22 year old Nigerian goalkeeper Matthew Yakubu after axing him as first choice goalkeeper.
Newly signed Arsenal goalkeeper Dejan IIiev has kept goal in their last two consecutive games since the completion of his loan deal. A move made by the club after Yakubu conceded another silly goal yet again in their opening 0-3 loss against MSK Zilina.
The club were hoping the invitation of Yakubu to the senior national team of Nigeria after an excellent run of games will boost his confidence and also make him marketable to other teams, but reverse has been the case since his involvement with Nigeria.
He has moved from the shot stopper who was picking up clean sheets to fun to one who now concedes goals which looks much more easier to save. His ability to play with his legs which is seen as his strong point has also been a cause for concern lately.
His height which has always been his biggest disadvantage is now more of an issue than it was before despite the fact that he has a very good leap. Club sources also said his attitude hasn’t helped as well.
Yakubu had a fall out with the team upon his return from the Nigeria national team camp as he insist on having a pay rise to reflect his present status as a goalkeeper of the senior national team of Nigeria.
It led to a stand off before an agreement was reached on extending his contract which will likely be terminated in January if he fails to dislodge IIiev as first choice goalkeeper.