Ben Elliott, a midfielder, will not be available for Reading’s match against Leyton Orient on Saturday due to Cameroon’s advancement to the Africa Cup of Nations semifinals.
After joining from Chelsea in the summer, the 21-year-old has made 25 appearances this season, playing the whole 90 minutes in just two cup matches. He has only scored once.
The offensive sensation, who has four caps for his country, was flown to Ivory Coast for the esteemed international competition.
After participating in three group games, the Indomitable Lions secured four points and will now take on Nigeria in the round of 16.
This implies that the young player won’t be included in Ruben Selles’ starting lineup for at least Saturday’s O’s visit, which will draw almost 2,000 fans from East London.
The team led by Richie Wellens is unbeaten since December 23 and currently sits 10th with 11 points outside the playoffs.
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