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Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has come under criticism following a difficult run of form in Trabzonspor's four pre-season matches amid reported interest from Premier League club Fulham, according to Takagazete. Nwaiwu joined the Turkish club during the winter transfer window and attracted attention from the Cottagers following his impressive performances during the second half of last season. Fulham have reportedly expressed interest in signing the Nigerian defender, although negotiations have been complicated by Trabzonspor's valuation of the player. Trabzonspor reportedly value the Super Eagles defender at around €30 million, a valuation Fulham are understood to be reluctant to meet. Amid the uncertainty surrounding his future, the Nigerian international has come under scrutiny following a series of underwhelming performances during pre-season. Nwaiwu has struggled to produce his best form in Trabzonspor's last four friendly matches against Eintracht Frankfurt, Al-Sadd, Udinese and Göztepe. The young defender has conceded three penalties and scored one own goal in his last four friendly appearances, leading to questions about his form and concentration ahead of the new campaign. However, Nwaiwu will now have the opportunity to respond on the pitch when Trabzonspor begin their league campaign against Kasımpaşa. The Super Eagles defender will be hoping to rediscover his best form, silence the criticism and demonstrate his importance to Trabzonspor despite the ongoing speculation surrounding his future. Adeyemi Adewale