Ajax defender, Calvin Bassey is a big doubt for Nigeria’s upcoming international friendly against Portugal.

Bassey sustained an injury in Ajax’s 3-3 draw against Emmen on Saturday.

The versatile defender was taken off the pitch in the 40th minute following the injury.

Bassey returned to the pitch few minutes later but was replaced at half- time by Netherlands international, Daley Blind.

The 22-year-old was named in Nigeria’s squad for the friendly on Friday by head coach, Jose Peseiro.

His absence would be big blow for Peseiro who had been forced to leave out the likes of Ola Aina, Zaidu Sanusi, Jamilu Collins, Semi Ajayi and Leon Balogun as a result of injuries.

The friendly is billed for Estadio Jose Alvalade, Lisbon on Thursday, November 17.