In the latest release of Blue Lock, chapter 298, Seishiro Nagi finds himself at a crossroads after a lackluster performance with Manshine City in the Neo Egoist League. This disqualification raises a significant question for fans: Is there still room for Nagi to make a comeback in the Blue Lock project?
While the possibility of Nagi returning to the ranks of Blue Lock exists, it remains uncertain. Ego Jinpachi has consistently portrayed the project as a cutthroat training regime where disqualification is akin to falling off the edge. However, there have been instances in the series where players who faced disqualification managed to make a return.
Note: This article contains spoilers from the Blue Lock manga and represents the perspective of the author.
The Future of Seishiro Nagi in Blue Lock
Remember when Seishiro Nagi and Reo Mikage were both on the brink during their participation in the Neo Egoist League? As the stakes rose, both players were anxious about the potential of being eliminated if they faltered in their last match. While Reo excelled by scoring a goal and providing an assist, Nagi fell short, failing to find the net despite his increased determination.
Nagi concluded the tournament with just one goal to his name, which came earlier against Bastard Munchen through his signature Five-Shot Revolver Fake Volley. This impressive feat allowed him to maintain a strong ranking during the early phases of the Neo Egoist League.
Despite his initial promise, Nagi could not follow up with additional goals or assists in subsequent matches, ultimately resulting in a disappointing rank of 24 in the Neo Egoist League’s Final Auction Rankings. Since only the top 23 players are eligible to represent Japan in the U-20 World Cup, this meant Nagi faced elimination.
While it seems we might have seen the last of Seishiro Nagi, the opportunity for his return is still viable. Ego Jinpachi’s perspective on Blue Lock emphasizes high stakes, suggesting that failure is irreversible, but previous instances indicate otherwise. For example, Kunigami Rensuke was disqualified in the Second Selection yet successfully rejoined after navigating through a Wild Card opportunity.
Furthermore, it is noteworthy that, although Blue Lock was supposed to completely incorporate the U-20 team post-exhibition victory, key players such as Oliver Aiku and Sendo Shuto joined the Neo Egoist League alongside those from Blue Lock.
This trend of previously eliminated yet significant players returning suggests that there could be a narrative twist that allows Nagi to reunite with Isagi, Reo, and others in the U-20 squad. The potential exists that Ego Jinpachi might include extra players beyond the top 23 to bolster the Japan U-20 team. National teams, traditionally limited to 23 players per matchday, can summon additional players as contingencies for injuries or unforeseen circumstances.
Moreover, it is essential to recall that despite Ego’s declarations about the top 23 making the final cut, Sae Itoshi did not participate in the Neo Egoist League. Excluding Sae from the U-20 World Cup roster would be a tactical error on Ego’s part, creating further speculation about potential last-minute adjustments.
In conclusion, while Ego Jinpachi’s assertions imply finality, the unpredictable nature of the series leaves open the possibility for Nagi’s return. His disqualification could be a crucial plot twist designed to further evolve him into a formidable egoist, ultimately leading to a transformation that benefits the Japan U-20 team.