Adams and Ejuke Back in Training as Sevilla Prepare for La Liga Clash

Nigerian forwards Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke have returned to full team training at Sevilla ahead of their La Liga match against Alavés. Adams had missed Sevilla’s games against Girona and Elche due to a hamstring injury, while Ejuke limped off after just 18 minutes in the Girona match.

Both players rejoined the main squad during Monday’s session at the club’s Ciudad Deportiva José Ramón Cisneros Palacios training ground.  Their return is timely for manager Matías Almeyda, following Sevilla’s recent unbeaten run that includes an away win at Girona and a 2–2 draw with Elche.

Adams, who was left out of Nigeria’s squad for the September qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa, will be looking to force his way back into Super Eagles plans once fully fit. Ejuke, meanwhile, has yet to register a goal or assist in the league this season and will be hoping his return to fitness reignites his attacking form.

Editorial

We see the returns of Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke as more than just boosts to Sevilla’s attacking options they are signals of resilience and opportunity. Both players faced setbacks that interrupted their rhythm and momentum, yet their reintegration into training suggests a readiness to fight for their places once again.

For Adams, missing Nigeria’s qualifiers was a blow, but getting back into team preparation means he may still have a route back into Super Eagles contention. It speaks to the often under-appreciated journey of injury recovery one that is as much about mental fortitude as physical readiness. If he can return to form and fitness, this could be a turning point in his season.

Ejuke’s return is equally important. His early season injury disrupted a promising start at Sevilla, and the absence of goal contributions has added pressure. But this recovery phase offers him the chance to build continuity, sharpen his attacking instincts, and reclaim his role in Almeyda’s plans. If the winger can find consistency, he has the potential to stretch defences and add dynamism to Sevilla’s play.

We anticipate that both Adams and Ejuke will need time—not just to recover, but to rebuild confidence, timing, and match sharpness. Their readiness will be tested not just in training, but in how quickly they impose themselves in competitive fixtures. How Sevilla manage their reintegration—balancing minutes, match intensity, and physical load will be key to ensuring they return stronger, not just fit.

Ultimately, their comebacks are reminders of the fine margins in professional football. Talent alone is rarely enough recovery, timing, and mental strength are equally vital. If Adams and Ejuke can reintegrate effectively, they could not only strengthen Sevilla’s squad but also rebuild their trajectories in club and international football.

Did You Know?

1. Akor Adams transferred to Sevilla from Ligue 1 side Colmar in 2025, but had not yet made a senior appearance for the club before his injury.
2. Ejuke joined Sevilla in the summer after a spell with CSKA Moscow, and his early-season injury was his first significant setback since moving to Spain.
3. Both players were originally named in Nigeria’s provisional squad for the September 2025 World Cup qualifiers but Adams was dropped due to his hamstring issue.
4. Sevilla’s unbeaten run, which included a comeback draw with Elche, has helped ease early-season pressure on manager Matías Almeyda.
5. Ademola Lookman, another Nigerian at Sevilla, has watched Adams and Ejuke return to fitness and is expected to provide leadership for the attacking unit.