SUPER Eagles of Nigeria and Bayer Leverkusen striker, Nathan Tella has admitted to not being happy over his limited playing time at the club.
The 25-year-old striker joined Bayer Leverkusen from Southampton in the summer of 2023 for a fee in the region of 23 million euros, registering eleven goal involvements in 39 all-competition appearances for the club.
Despite the performance, which contributed to the team winning the German Bundesliga title this season, the player has been unable to break into Bayer Leverkusen's starting lineup in the new season.
“It's frustrating, to be honest. But I spoke to the coach. He assured me that I will get opportunities and that I have to be patient,” he told news reporters.
"When I get a chance, I have to show myself. I think I've done well, and I also think I'm training well.
"Now, it is up to the coach to have the confidence to use me. He makes the decisions - and they work well," he added.
Nathan Tella has started just one game from a possible six in the Bundesliga in the new season, logging 224 minutes across all competitions.
