Title: Leicester City Midfielder Joe Aribo Banned from FA Cup Clash against Former Club, Southampton As the Nigerian football community continues to follow the thrilling developments in the English Premier League, a significant update has emerged from Leicester City. Super Eagles midfielder, Joe Aribo, will not be featuring in the Foxes' crucial FA Cup clash against Southampton. This decision takes into account a clause in his loan deal that prohibits him from facing his parent club. Aribo's transfer to Leicester City was a result of his struggles to secure playing time at St. Mary's Stadium under manager Will Still. The 29-year-old had a decent stint at Southampton, playing 32 games in the English Premier League last season, but his appearances dwindled to six Championship games this season, all of which were from the bench. The clause that prevents Aribo from facing Southampton is a standard feature in many loan agreements. It aims to avoid potential conflicts of interest and maintain a level of competitiveness in the competition. Leicester City coach, Andy King, acknowledged this clause, stating that Aribo would be available for the next fixture after the FA Cup clash. As Leicester City navigates a challenging season, Aribo's absence from the FA Cup clash is a minor setback. The Foxes currently occupy the 22nd spot in the Championship and are threatened by relegation to the Sky Bet League One. A win against Southampton would be a crucial momentum-booster for Leicester City, but for now, they will have to rely on other players to drive their team forward. This development highlights the complexities of loan agreements and the need for players to adapt to new environments and circumstances. As Nigerian football fans, we can only watch and wait to see how Aribo's situation unfolds and how it impacts Leicester City's chances in the Championship.