Wenger Will Not Stop Chuba Akpom And Aaron Eyoma From Representing Nigeria
Published: February 19, 2015
According to statements credited to NFF President, Amaju Pinnick, Arsenal manager Arsese Wenger says he will not influence the international future of players in his squad.
The likes of Chuba Akpom, Alex Iwobi, Semi Ajayi and Aaron Eyoma are eligible to represent both England and Nigeria, but the first and last players on this list are yet to pledge their allegiance to the Super Eagles.
“As we had always known, Arsene is very knowledgeable; vast in his knowledge and appreciation of Nigeria as a footballing country, and widely philosophical in his general approach.
“He told me that he has never stopped any player from opting for whichever national team he wants. He said to me that he always tells his players to follow their hearts and not allow people to push them.
“He further assured that if Nigeria extended a call-up to either or both of his players, he will have no objection if the players say they want to go,” said Amaju Pinnick.
The NFF supremo met with Arsene Wenger in London on Tuesday.
Photo Credit : arsenal.com
The likes of Chuba Akpom, Alex Iwobi, Semi Ajayi and Aaron Eyoma are eligible to represent both England and Nigeria, but the first and last players on this list are yet to pledge their allegiance to the Super Eagles.
“As we had always known, Arsene is very knowledgeable; vast in his knowledge and appreciation of Nigeria as a footballing country, and widely philosophical in his general approach.
“He told me that he has never stopped any player from opting for whichever national team he wants. He said to me that he always tells his players to follow their hearts and not allow people to push them.
“He further assured that if Nigeria extended a call-up to either or both of his players, he will have no objection if the players say they want to go,” said Amaju Pinnick.
The NFF supremo met with Arsene Wenger in London on Tuesday.
Photo Credit : arsenal.com
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