I’ve no say in Yakubu’s future – Yobo

Captain of the Super Eagles, Joseph Yobo, has stated that he has no powers in determining the future of Yakubu Aiyegbeni with the Nigerian men’s national team.

The 31-year-old explained that only the national team coaches can take a decision on calling back Aiyegbeni, who is fondly referred to as ‘The Yak,’ into the Super Eagles’ setup.

“It is left for the coaches to determine whether they want him (Aiyegbeni) to be part of the team or not. I can’t determine anything,” the Fenerbahce centre-back said in a radio programme monitored by SuperSport.com.

people don’t know what you go through as a player. I’ve trained together with him and I know him and what he’s capable of coming up with on the field.
“I’m happy for him because when people thought he’s finished he has fought back and now he’s playing regularly (with Blackburn Rovers),” Yobo said.

Aiyegbeni, 28, last appeared for Nigeria against South Korea on June 22, 2010 during the Fifa World Cup in South Africa.
The Blackburn Rovers’ man has made 57 appearances for the Super Eagles and has scored 21 goals.

But the Nigerian captain, who hit 86 caps after the 2-0 win over Zambia on Tuesday, believes Aiyegbeni is a “special” footballer.

Yobo apparently pointed out that Aiyegbeni faced a difficult period after the Fifa 2010 World Cup as well as at Everton before he sealed a move to Blackburn Rovers.

“The Yak is always going to be The Yak. He’s a player that you need to understand. He’s special because