Jordan Torunarigha, a defender for KAA Gent, has received an invitation to play for Nigeria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

Nathan Tella, who is injured, will be replaced by the centre-back in the 23-man roster.

Originally listed on the preliminary list, the 27-year-old was left off of the 23-man roster.

“Camp Update: Jordan Torunarigha has been called to replace injured Nathan Tella. We wish Nathan quick recovery,” reads a short message on the Super Eagles X account.

Tella was one of the replacements used in Tuesday’s 2-0 loss to Bayer Munich for Bayer Leverkusen.

Following the match, manager Xabi Alonso disclosed that he might miss this weekend’s Bundesliga match against Stuttgart.

Next Friday, the Super Eagles will travel to Amahoro Stadium in Kigali to play the Amavubi of Rwanda.

On Tuesday, March 25, Eric Chelle’s team will play the Warriors of Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.