By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Luton Town striker, Elijah Adebayo has expressed his desire to represent Nigeria at the international level.
Adebayo, who was born in Brent, England to Nigerian parents is eligible to play for the Super Eagles and Three Lions.
The 26-year-old is however determined to wear the green and white colour of Nigeria.
“I would like to play for Nigeria,” Adebayo told The Times.
“It would make my mum happy, make her proud. That’s something we’ve spoken about. READ ALSO:
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“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.”
Adebayo has scored nine goals in 23 league appearances for Luton Town this season.
