Eligible for England and the US, Arsenal loanee is open to play for Super Eagles

The 21-year-old was born in america however he’s prepared to return to his roots

Reims striker Folarin Balogun has revealed that he’s open to enjoying for the Tremendous Eagles of Nigeria, however he’s but to be approached.

Balogun is on the trail to discovering his toes in Europe after his mortgage transfer from Arsenal to Reims in the summertime. The 21-year-old has been spectacular this season, scoring seven targets and helping two in twelve Ligue 1 appearances.

Nevertheless, on the worldwide scene, it’s fairly tough for the New York-born striker.

Balogun has Nigerian dad and mom, he was born in america of America, and was bred in England. As such, the Arsenal Academy product is eligible for all three nations.

The Reims man performed for the US Beneath-18’s earlier than switching to the English Youth sides in 2018. Nevertheless, he has not been capable of break into the Three Lions.

In accordance with FIFA guidelines, as a result of Balogun is but to play for any nation on the senior stage, his choices are nonetheless open.

Balogun has now revealed that he could also be open to enjoying for Nigeria if an invite comes.

“I haven’t heard something from Nigeria, however I’m open to something as a result of Nigeria may be very near my coronary heart,” Balogun informed BBC Sport Africa.

“My household’s from there. I at all times have love for Nigeria.

“That’s a dialog that I must have with individuals round me, my agent, and clearly my household.

“But when I used to be requested concerning the alternative to play for Nigeria, then I can have that dialog. However first I should be requested,” Balogun added.

The 21-year-old has been nice this season, and if he continues on his present trajectory, Arsenal could hold him on the membership.

The Tremendous Eagles are usually not wanting attacking expertise, with Osimhen, Terem Moffi, and Sadiq Umar making waves in Europe. Nonetheless, Balogun can be an excellent addition to Nigeria.