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Clubs such as Manchester United, Arsenal, PSG, and Real Madrid are currently keeping tabs on him, and are willing to swoop in at any time to get him on their side. 

With 69 points already, and 10 games to go for Arsenal, they may knock out second-place Manchester City who now sit second on the table with 61 points and 11 games to go. 

Mbappe, who has played 66 times was heavily linked to the role, especially considering his exceptional performance in the 2022 World Cup and in PSG. 

The NFF explained that the decision for both of them to be absent from the team was based on a 'cost-cutting' method.

He would be among those representing Nigeria in the game against Guinea-Bissau.

The Gunners have done well in his absence, as they remained top of the table since he left and returned.

The match, which happens to be Xavi's sixth El Clasico, but the first one he would manage in front of home fans at Camp Nou, saw Barcelona sit top of the table with 12 points ahead of second place, Real Madrid.

Players who are yet to arrive include Victor Osimhen, Calvin Bassey, Moses Simon, and Terem Moffi.

Araujo, who is among the best defenders in La Liga, has always done a good job when it comes to ensuring Vinicius doesn’t get past him or even score a goal. 

Potter also expressed shock that Mason Mount was among the four Chelsea players called to represent his country at the Euro qualifiers.