Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle is reportedly considering two Liverpool academy defenders as potential additions to the Olympic Eagles squad ahead of the upcoming U23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

According to a report by The Daily Post on Sunday 25 October 2026, citing Score Nigeria, Wellity Lucky and Noah Adekoya have attracted the attention of the Malian tactician as he assesses options for the national team.

Both defenders are developing at Liverpool, with their eligibility to represent Nigeria potentially offering the country additional options in defence as preparations continue for upcoming international fixtures.

Adekoya joined Liverpool from Burnley in January 2026 and has scored once in four appearances for the club’s Premier League 2 side.

The young defender is yet to earn his first official cap for Nigeria but has reportedly expressed his willingness to represent the country if approached by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).

Fulham forward Chibuzo Nwoko has also indicated his willingness to play for Nigeria. Unlike Adekoya, however, Nwoko has already made his debut for the country in a recent international friendly against Russia.

Meanwhile, Lucky was born in Zaragoza, Spain, but is eligible to represent Nigeria through his parents. He also has links to England and Spain, giving him multiple international options.

The Liverpool youngster has represented England at under-15 and under-16 levels and has reportedly received an invitation to train with Spain’s under-17 squad.

Lucky is regarded as one of Liverpool’s promising defensive prospects and has already gained some senior-team experience.

He made his first-team appearance as a substitute during the club’s Carabao Cup encounter against Crystal Palace in October 2025.

Chelle’s reported interest in the two defenders comes as Nigeria continue to assess young players who could strengthen the Olympic Eagles ahead of their next assignments.

The Nigerian U23 side are scheduled to face the Democratic Republic of Congo later in November 2026 as preparations continue for their upcoming international commitments.