Two Nigeria-eligble players who are making waves in the Premier League have indicated interest in representing the Super Eagles of Nigeria.
Elijah Adebayo has been a standout performer for Luton Town in the English Premier League this season, netting nine goals, while Gabriel Osho has also made his mark with two goals from defense.
In exciting news for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, a recent update indicates that Luton Town’s duo, Elijah Adebayo and Gabriel Osho, are open to representing the Nigerian national team.
Gabriel Osho, aged 25, operates as a central defender or full-back for Luton. Though born in England, he has Nigerian heritage. Osho played a pivotal role in Luton’s promotion to the Premier League and has notched up five goals in seventy-seven appearances for the club.
Elijah Anuoluwapo Adebayo, aged 26, plays as a striker for Luton and has been prolific this season, scoring nine goals in the Premier League, including a memorable hat-trick against Brighton and Hove Albion.
Elijah Adebayo was nominated for the Premier League player of the month of January 2024.
According to a post by UK-based Nigerian football administrator David Doherty, both players have expressed their openness to donning the green and white colors of Nigeria. Neither Adebayo nor Osho has represented any country at any level, and the report highlights their admiration for Nigerian football since their early career days.
Adebayo personally expressed his desire to play for Nigeria: “I would like to play for Nigeria,” Elijah Adebayo told The Times.
“It would make my mum happy, make her proud. That’s something we’ve spoken about.
“Playing for England? It would be a case of whichever comes first. My mum would be proud if I played for Nigeria or England, but Nigeria especially.”
Currently, Luton Town occupies the 17th position in the English Premier League standings, hovering just above the relegation zone with Everton closely trailing behind under the management of Sean Dyche.
Next up for Luton Town is a challenging fixture against Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday. Their previous encounter at Kenilworth Stadium ended in a 1-1 draw, with Luis Diaz’s late equalizer securing a point for Jurgen Klopp’s side.
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