Elijah Adebayo, the talented forward from Luton Town, has expressed his desire to represent Nigeria on the international stage, citing his mother’s pride as a driving factor.
Born on January 7, 1998, Adebayo has garnered attention for his stellar performances in the Premier League, where he has scored 9 goals and provided 3 assists in 23 games this season at the age of 26.
In a recent interview, Adebayo revealed his intentions, stating, “I would like to play for Nigeria. It would make my mum happy, make her proud. That’s something we’ve spoken about.”
He added that while playing for England remains a possibility, his allegiance would ultimately depend on whichever opportunity presents itself first, emphasizing his mother’s particular pride in the prospect of him representing Nigeria.
This declaration comes on the heels of Nigeria’s impressive showing at the 2023 AFCON tournament in Cote d’Ivoire, where the Super Eagles brought honour to Africa.
Adebayo’s potential addition to the team would further bolster an already formidable attacking lineup, which includes stars like Victor Osimhen, Kelechi Iheanacho, Victor Boniface, Terem Moffi, and Paul Onuachu.
As Adebayo continues to excel on the football pitch, his decision regarding international representation remains eagerly anticipated by fans and observers alike, with the possibility of him donning the green and white of Nigeria adding another layer of excitement to his promising career.
