Nigeria defender Ryan Alebiosu set for Blackburn Rovers milestone against Wrexham

Blackburn Rovers right-back Ryan Alebiosu is set to make his 50th appearance for the club when they host Wrexham in the Championship on Saturday, marking another milestone in his growing influence at Ewood Park.

The Nigerian international has quickly established himself as an important member of the Blackburn squad since arriving in the summer of 2025, playing a key role in their efforts to avoid relegation last season.

Alebiosu’s anticipated appearance against Wrexham will mark a significant achievement in his time with the English club, with the defender admitting he did not expect to reach the milestone so soon after joining.

Speaking to RoversTV, the 24-year-old expressed his delight at the prospect of recording his 50th appearance, describing his time at Blackburn as an exceptional experience.

“It feels great to be getting my 50th Rovers start,” he said. “I’ve played a lot of games and I didn’t know it was going to come this quickly when I first came here, but it’s been an unbelievable experience.”

Alebiosu reflects on rapid rise at Ewood Park

The defender acknowledged that the number of matches he has played since joining Blackburn has surprised him, while highlighting the satisfaction of becoming an important part of the club’s journey.

Although he could not recall his exact appearance tally before moving to Ewood Park, Alebiosu said reaching 50 games for Rovers was a rewarding achievement.

“I can’t remember what my number was before coming here, but to get to 50 games here, to play lots of matches and to be an important part of the journey we’ve been on, it’s been great,” he added.

His comments underline the progress he has made since arriving at the club, where regular involvement has helped him establish himself within the team.

Alebiosu’s contribution was particularly important during Blackburn’s battle to preserve their Championship status last season, as the club relied on his presence at right-back during a difficult campaign.

His anticipated milestone also reflects the trust he has earned within the squad, with the Nigerian continuing to build his reputation in English football.

Wrexham clash offers chance to mark occasion

Blackburn’s meeting with Wrexham presents Alebiosu with the opportunity to celebrate the landmark appearance on the pitch, provided he features as expected.

The defender will be keen to maintain his progress and continue contributing to the team as Blackburn look to strengthen their position in the Championship.

For Alebiosu, the occasion would represent more than just another appearance, given how quickly he has reached the milestone since joining the club.

Having become an important figure at Ewood Park, the Nigerian international will hope to build on his first 50 appearances and remain a key part of Blackburn’s plans for the remainder of the campaign.

Saturday’s encounter could therefore provide a fitting occasion for Alebiosu to mark his progress, with the right-back looking to extend his growing influence at Blackburn Rovers.