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Shola Ameobi will wait until after the World Cup to resolve his future.

The former Newcastle United striker is out of contract and without a club.

But has been linked with both Sydney FC and New York City FC since the season ended.

Ameobi, who would face Newcastle in pre-season if he opted for Sydney, is preparing for the World Cup with Nigeria but has told those close to the camp he is focusing on nothing but the finals in Brazil at the moment.

And while some countries are allowing players to kick on with transfer plans at the moment, Ameobi is yet to decide on his future.

There has also been talk in the last 12 months that Ameobi is wanted by Hull City and Steve Bruce.

Nigeria’s World Cup campaign kicks off against Iran on June 16 in Group F with games against Argentina and Bosnia to follow.

But before then, the Super Eagles tackle the United States in a friendly.

Ameobi said: “It’s going to be volatile.

“It’s our last game before entering the World Cup so we have to be really hitting top form. The fact that they’re at home makes for a great atmosphere.

“It’s going to take our best game to beat them, and that’s what we’ll have to bring, that’s what we want to do, go into the World Cup on the back of a win.

“Obviously the U.S. are a great side and it’s going to be tough for us. But we have to make sure we control the game the way we want to, and that’s what we’re focusing on.”