Club Brugge confirm Onyedika misses Belgian Super Cup due to illness

Club Brugge have confirmed that defensive midfielder Raphael Onyedika will miss their Belgian Super Cup clash against Union St. Gilloise due to illness. The 25‑year‑old Nigerian international was omitted from the 22‑man squad announced on the club’s website on July 31, 2026. Onyedika, who has just one year left on his current Brugge contract, has already agreed personal terms with Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt, while Brugge are demanding a €10 million transfer fee and negotiations are reportedly ongoing.

For Nigerian football fans, this update matters because Onyedika is a regular in the Super Eagles midfield setup. His absence from a high‑profile Belgian Super Cup match could affect his match sharpness ahead of upcoming international fixtures, and the ongoing Frankfurt talks signal a possible imminent move to one of Europe’s top leagues.

The player’s availability for national team duty may hinge on how quickly he recovers and whether a transfer is finalised before the next camp. Fans should monitor official club channels and the Nigeria Football Federation’s announcements for updates on his fitness and any transfer completion, which could shape his role in the next World Cup qualifiers.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/31/belgian-super-cup-club-brugge-confirm-onyedikas-illness/