Ademola Lookman's Decision to Play for Nigeria Influenced by England Snubs
Ademola Lookman, a talented footballer born in London to Nigerian parents, represented England at the U-19, U-20, and U-21 levels. Despite his impressive performances, Lookman was repeatedly overlooked for the senior England national team.
In February 2022, FIFA approved his request to switch allegiances to Nigeria. Lookman, who recently completed a late transfer to Atlético Madrid, became the first English-born player to feature in the Premier League, Bundesliga, and La Liga.
His former coach, Peseiro, spoke to Marca about Lookman's career move, highlighting the motivation behind his decision to represent his parent's homeland. Since committing to Nigeria, Lookman has made a strong impact, contributing directly to 11 goals in 13 international appearances, scoring six and providing five assists.
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