Joe Aribo picked up a head injury during Rangers' 1-0 victory against Livingston on Wednesday night and the player risks missing Nigeria's friendly match against Brazil next month.
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard told reporters today that the midfielder will not be available for selection against Aberdeen and has rated him as doubtful to make his second appearance for the Super Eagles.
''I am sure the doctor will decide in the coming days how many that will be, but he certainly won’t be available for the weekend and it could have an impact on the Europa League, next week’s fixtures and maybe international too as it is right in the centre of his forehead,'' Gerrard was quoted as saying by Rangers official website.
''So, I suppose it will depend on what type of protection in the coming weeks we can get to him and how comfortable he is as it is in a real, awkward spot.
''Despite the uncertainty surrounding Aribo's fitness, Super Eagles manager Gernot Rohr has included the player in his recently released squad to face Tite's team.
Rohr will hope to receive good news when Rangers medical team provides the exact number of days the youngster will spend in the treatment room.
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