Chuba Akpom Dad Reveals Iwobi CANNOT Influence His Son To Play For Nigeria
Published: July 22, 2016
Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom is not close to committing his international future to Nigeria, contrary to speculations in the local media that he might be invited for the World Cup qualifiers.
Teammate and very close pal Alex Iwobi became permanently cap-tied to Nigeria when he made his competitive debut against Egypt in an African Nations Cup qualifier back in March.
But Chuba’s dad Azu Akpom has stressed that the decision will not influence his son’s choice to play for England rather than the Super Eagles, adding that he wants to tie down a regular place in Arsenal’s first team.
“Alex’s decision may not sway Chuba, as in football every player finds his path eventually, you can’t say what applies to one will apply to the other, ” said Azu Akpom to papilonews.com.
“Right now, Chuba is only focused on establishing himself at Arsenal.
“After that, and at the right time he will decide which of the national teams he feels more comfortable to play for.”
Born in London 20 years ago, Chuba Akpom has caps for England U16s, U17s, U19s, U20s and U21s .
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Teammate and very close pal Alex Iwobi became permanently cap-tied to Nigeria when he made his competitive debut against Egypt in an African Nations Cup qualifier back in March.
But Chuba’s dad Azu Akpom has stressed that the decision will not influence his son’s choice to play for England rather than the Super Eagles, adding that he wants to tie down a regular place in Arsenal’s first team.
“Alex’s decision may not sway Chuba, as in football every player finds his path eventually, you can’t say what applies to one will apply to the other, ” said Azu Akpom to papilonews.com.
“Right now, Chuba is only focused on establishing himself at Arsenal.
“After that, and at the right time he will decide which of the national teams he feels more comfortable to play for.”
Born in London 20 years ago, Chuba Akpom has caps for England U16s, U17s, U19s, U20s and U21s .
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