England-born forward Elijah Adebayo expresses interest in representing the Green and White colours of the Super Eagles; npflupdates.com reports.
Elijah Adebayo was born in Brent, England to Nigerian parents. So, as much as he is eligible to represent England through country of birth, he is also eligible to represent Nigeria through his parents.
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But with the degree of players jostling for game time in the Three Lions of England attacking department, Adebayo may not get a shot in the nearest future.
And with the 26-year-old keen to play an international football, the Super Eagles remains his only option of achieving such dream.
But that can only materialize if the handlers of the three-time African champions deemed him fit for an invitation.
Recall, Elijah Adebayo has always tried to associate himself with the Nigerian people. Last season, he celebrated Luton Town’s promotion to the Premier League with Nigeria’s flag wrapped around his waist.
In a video shared on X recently, Elijah Adebayo who is currently out of action owing to a hamstring muscle injury and may likely miss the rest of the 2023-2024 season, was heard telling his fans how he would love to play for the Super Eagles.
Elijah Adebayo interested in the Super Eagles
According to the former Walsall forward, he’s proud of being a Nigerian.
“Heritage is big for me, obviously. My mum was born in Nigeria. I am proud to be Nigerian and I would love to play for Nigeria,” he said.
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Elijah Adebayo who has been playing for Luton Town since February 1, 2021, has before the hamstring injury scored 9 goals in 28 games in all competitions so far this season.
It’s important to note that another Luton Town defender Gabriel Osho who earned his first invitation to the Super Eagles will no longer be available for selection.
