Super Eagles stars Wilfred Ndidi and Calvin Bassey are one booking away from serving a one-match suspension in the Premier League.
Softfootball understands that both Nigerian internationals have accumulated four yellow cards this season and will automatically miss one league match if they receive another caution before the disciplinary threshold resets.
Ndidi has been a regular figure in Leicester City’s midfield this campaign, while Bassey has also established himself as a key member of Fulham’s defence.
The timing is particularly significant for Leicester, with the Foxes set to host West Ham United at the King Power Stadium in what will be Ruud van Nistelrooy’s first Premier League match in charge of the club.
Ndidi will need to avoid a booking if he is to remain available for Leicester’s upcoming fixtures.
Bassey also faces a similar challenge when Fulham welcome Brighton & Hove Albion to Craven Cottage on Thursday, with the centre-back hoping to stay out of the referee’s notebook.
Both players have been influential for their respective clubs this season, making the threat of suspension a concern for Leicester City and Fulham as the busy festive schedule approaches.
Managers will be hoping the Nigerian duo can maintain their disciplined performances and avoid unnecessary cautions that could force them to miss crucial Premier League fixtures.
