Nigeria has successfully recruited dual-national players like Alex Iwobi, Ola Aina, and William Troost-Ekong in the past, and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) continues to target overseas-born talents. Tosin Adarabioyo, a 27-year-old Chelsea centre-back, has represented England at youth level but remains eligible for Nigeria. Lesley Ugochukwu, on loan at Southampton from Chelsea, is a 20-year-old defensive midfielder with Nigerian heritage who could still switch allegiance.
George Ilenikhena, an 18-year-old striker born in Lagos, plays for AS Monaco and previously represented France at youth level. Carney Chukwuemeka, a 21-year-old midfielder on loan at Borussia Dortmund, was born in Austria to Nigerian parents and raised in England, making him eligible for all three nations. Noah Atobolu, a highly rated goalkeeper for Freiburg, has impressed in the Bundesliga and reportedly remains open to playing for the Super Eagles.
Tim Iroegbunam, a 21-year-old midfielder, has been crucial for Everton this season and could still represent Nigeria despite playing for England’s youth teams. Ethan Nwaneri, a 17-year-old attacking midfielder, has stepped up for Arsenal this season and remains eligible for Nigeria through his parents. Faustino Anjorin, a 21-year-old winger at Empoli, has Nigerian heritage and has provided three assists in 17 Serie A appearances.
Michael Kayode, a talented right-back on loan at Brentford from Fiorentina, was named Best Italian U-21 Player in 2024 and is another player Nigeria could target. With many of these players yet to commit to a senior national team, the NFF must act swiftly to secure their allegiance. Convincing them to play for Nigeria would significantly strengthen the Super Eagles’ squad for future competitions.
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