Brice Ambina’s refusal to play for Cape Town City on Sunday due to an alleged injury has raised questions about his future with the club.
The midfielder, who has been a key player for Cape Town City in recent seasons, was reportedly approached by the club’s management team and asked to play in the Golden Arrows match. However, Ambina refused, stating that he was not fit to play.
Just a day before the team travelled to Cape Town, Ambina trained well and showed no signs of injury. The club’s medical team reportedly did their checks and were satisfied with his fitness. However, he insisted he would not be able to play.
This incident has caused a stir within the City camp, with some players and staff reportedly questioning Ambina’s commitment to the club. There have also been suggestions that Ambina may be looking to move away from Cape Town City in the January transfer window.
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City rejected a $500000 (R9m) bid for the Cameroon youth international midfielder during the June-August transfer window.
The 21-year-old attracted interest from North Africa and Turkey, but an official offer from FC Riga was turned down.
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The Latvian football club were said to be eager to prize him away in June but hit a snag when City rejected their two offers. He is said to have been unhappy about the club’s decision.
Sources close to the player say that Ambina wants to take on a new challenge elsewhere. Ambina is a talented player, and City will be reluctant to lose him. However, the club will need to address his commitment issue if they are to keep him.
His departure would be a major blow to the Citizens as it will be difficult to find a replacement for him or risk falling further behind in the title race.