A talented young Arsenal player, eligible to represent England, may soon switch allegiance to Nigeria due to a little-known FIFA rule.
The issue of dual-nationality has long plagued international football, with legendary players like Ferenc Puskas and Diego Costa having represented multiple countries. In response, FIFA updated its guidelines in 2020.
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According to FIFA, players with three or fewer senior appearances can change their national allegiance, provided those games were not played at a major tournament and the player was under 21.
Arsenal has a history of producing young English stars, including Ashley Cole, Theo Walcott, Bukayo Saka, and Jack Wilshere. However, England’s latest young talent may be poised to join Nigeria’s national team instead.”