Nigerian Players abroad Wilfred Ndidi : I don’t focus on comparison with Ngolo Kanté

Wilfred Ndidi I don't focus on comparison with Ngolo Kanté

Nigeria and Leicester City defensive midfielder Wilfred Ndidi said he hears the comparison with Chelsea star Ngolo Kanté but assures he does not focus on it.

Ndidi has emerged as one of the best defensive midfielders in Europe since joining the Foxes in 2017.

His performances gave the path to comparison with his predecessor Ngolo Kanté who was part of the 2016 Premier League winning-team alongside Algeria’s Riyad Mahrez.

However, the 24-year-old just wants to play his football and deliver on the pitch.

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Wilfred Ndidi does not want to be Ngolo Kanté.
Wilfred Ndidi does not want to be Ngolo Kanté.

“Yes it [comparison] used to irritate me but it’s football and I completely understand the fans because they love to find something to talk about,” Ndidi told BBC Sport Africa.

“Even before and then when I arrived at Leicester I heard it. I only wanted to be Wilfred Ndidi and not someone else.

“I focus on myself, I am always critical of myself, I do my best to improve as a footballer game by game and giving my best for my club.

“The comparison with others, about who is better or if Kante and I play alike, is irrelevant to me. I think all that comparison was for those who love to talk and I didn’t focus on it.

“You’re comfortable when you are yourself and not listening or trying to be something you are not.”


Aimé ATTI

Aimé ATTI is a bilingual journalist who breathes football and shares his passion on Africa Top Sports

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