Nathan Tella, the Nigerian winger for Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen, has expressed his frustration over limited playing time this season. Despite his pivotal role in the team’s recent DFB Pokal victory against Bayern Munich, Tella remains dissatisfied with his status as a frequent substitute.
Tella came off the bench in the 61st minute of Tuesday night’s match and scored the decisive goal just eight minutes later, securing a 1-0 victory for Leverkusen. However, the former Burnley star has struggled to secure a regular starting position under head coach Xabi Alonso.
Speaking after the game, Tella admitted:
“I’ll be honest, it’s been a really frustrating start to the season…but I can’t argue with the coach [Xabi Alonso]. He knows what’s best for the team.”
Despite his frustration, Tella’s performance highlights his impact as a valuable asset to the squad, even in a substitute role. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see if his contributions earn him more starting opportunities in the coming fixtures.
