Nigeria Super Eagles maestro Joe Aribo has gone almost a year since he last scored a goal for his club but has now embraced a new style in the hope of change.
Nigeria international Joe Aribo has been spotted with a surprisingly fresh look as he looks to rejuvenate his struggling form at his Championship club, Southampton.
Aribo’s striking transformation has sparked a wave of curiosity and enthusiasm among his followers and fans.
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Aribo’s club form
The 27-year-old, known for his skills and playmaking abilities on the pitch, given his fans a reason to worry following his performances on the pitch.
Aribo, once considered one of Nigeria’s best players, has struggled to recapture the magic and form that had endeared him to football lovers during his time in Scotland.
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The midfielder has now gone almost a year since he last found the net for Southampton, with his last for the Saints scored on October 1, 2022.
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This form has also cost the midfielder his place in the team, having made just one start in six matches this season.
Aribo’s new look
With Southampton on the road this weekend as they continue the log journry back to Premier League football, Nigeria’s Aribo was spotted with a fresh trim.
The club posted a picture of the midfielder, who has chosen to go bald ahead of the trip to Middlesborough on Saturday.
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Aribo’s decision to shave off his dreads could signify a symbolic fresh start for the Nigerian star. It is an attempt to shed the weight of expectations, regain confidence, and break free from a dip in form that has plagued him since his return to England.
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While the Super Eagles star is yet to say anything about his dramatic transformation, his fresh appearance has generated some buzz on Southampton’s Instagram page, with some fans expressing a range of opinions.
Some clearly love the new look and believe the bold step could impact positively his performance on the pitch.
The fans do not have to wait for long, Aribo and his fellow Saints are at the Riverside later on Saturday to take on Boro.
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Southampton have lost each of their last three matches and will be hoping the new-look Aribo and rediscover his magic to help the club bounce back to winning ways.