Kelechi Nwakaliâs career took yet another ugly path as usual after being sent off in a Barnsley U21 match against Birmingham City Academy on Tuesday.
The Super Eagles midfielder, who was looking to regain full fitness, was dismissed in the 78th minute for throwing a punch during a scuffle.
The game ended in a 2-2 draw, but the incident left Nwakaliâs future uncertain once again, Footballrover reports.
The 26-year-old had hoped to use the U21 fixture as a platform for his return to match sharpness, having featured only twice for Barnsleyâs first team this season.
Despite contributing one assist, his disciplinary issues are raising doubts about his place in the squad and the teamâs confidence in him.
Barnsley U21 incident: A new chapter or another setback for Nwakali?
It is still unclear whether Barnsley will impose any disciplinary measures on Nwakali following this latest red card.
The former Arsenal star’s past has been riddled with controversy, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his career.
Nwakali has bounced between clubs since his move to Europe, with a particularly tumultuous spell at Spanish side SD Huesca.
In 2022, he was released due to âdisciplinary issues,â which he later claimed were linked to his participation in the Africa Cup of Nations.
His most recent stint at CD Chaves also ended in controversy after a half-time phone incident during a critical match that contributed to the clubâs relegation.
As his disciplinary record grows, Nwakaliâs future at Barnsley U21 hangs in the balance, with potential repercussions from both the club and the league looming.
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