Kwara United deny abandoning injured player Anioke

Kwara United have dismissed claims that they abandoned former player Anthony Anioke during his injury layoff. Club chairman Kumbi Titiloye stated that Anioke refused treatment from the club's medical team and had his salary paid for four months while injured. 'No player can subject the club to ridicule or cheap blackmail after refusing medical treatment from our approved medical team,' Titiloye said. He added that Anioke joined the club with an existing injury and chose to leave despite their readiness to manage his condition. The club reaffirmed commitment to NPFL guidelines on player recruitment, welfare, and contract agreements, emphasizing player safety and professionalism. This controversy highlights the importance of clear communication between players and club medical staff during injury periods. What responsibilities do you think injured players and clubs should have toward each other during treatment periods?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/01/25/npfl-kwara-united-deny-neglecting-injured-player/