He has returned to action slightly ahead of schedule but has yet to hit his best before the injury after featuring in four games since his return.

Sevilla head coach has thrown his weight behind the former Hertha Berlin winger to rediscover his form after struggling since he returned from injury.

Speaking during his press conference ahead of facing Real Valladolid, he voiced support for the 27-year-old winger.

“Ejuke has played four games, and perhaps he is not showing his best version, but he is part of the process after a serious injury,” he said, as quoted by Sevilla FC.

“We have to be patient with him because he trains phenomenally, and I am convinced that he will end up getting to that best version.”

As noted by Transfermarkt, Ejuke's numbers have been underwhelming. Having just a goal and zero assists in 13 La Liga games is a poor return, and he needs to do better.

The club signed Nigerian forward Akor Adams before Iheanacho left and joined EFL Championship side Middlesbrough on loan, but he unfortunately isn't available due to injury.

“The known absences of Tanguy, Lokonga and Akor Adams due to injury. The two absences of Badé and Saúl due to suspension,” Pimienta said.

Legit.ng reported that Pimienta replied Finidi George after the Super Eagles legend accused him of disrespecting Iheanacho over his lack of playing time.

The Spanish manager denied disrespecting the Nigerian forward and said that the player was in a difficult situation and was open to leaving the club on loan.

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Source: Legit.ng