Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Battles England for Arsenal Starlet Ethan Nwaneri
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has admitted that convincing Arsenal’s rising star Ethan Nwaneri to represent Nigeria won’t be easy—but he’s ready for the fight!
The 18-year-old winger, born in England to a Nigerian father and English mother, is one of the hottest young talents in football. Despite featuring for England’s youth teams, Nwaneri remains eligible to switch allegiance to Nigeria—a move Chelle is desperate to make happen.
However, the Super Eagles boss faces stiff competition, as England’s senior team coach, Thomas Tuchel, is also pushing to secure Nwaneri’s future for the Three Lions.
During a recent trip to England, where he met with Nigeria stars Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, Chelle made his intentions clear—he wants Nwaneri in the green and white of Nigeria.
“I want him in the Super Eagles!” – Chelle’s Bold Move
In an exclusive interview with SCORENigeria, Chelle revealed: “I made it clear that I would love for him to join us at the Super Eagles. The next step is for the NFF to reach out to him, and then I will personally discuss our vision and how he fits into our project.”
The coach acknowledged the challenge ahead, saying: “It won’t be easy because England will also push to cap him at senior level. But if we can show him our plan, his role in the team, and the passion of Nigerian fans, I believe we can convince him.”
Why Nwaneri is a Must-Have for Nigeria
Nwaneri has been sensational for Arsenal this season, scoring 8 goals and providing 2 assists across all competitions. His pace, skill, and eye for goal make him a perfect fit for the Super Eagles’ dynamic attack.
With Nigeria looking to build a squad capable of dominating African football and making waves globally, securing a talent like Nwaneri could be a game-changer.
Will He Choose Nigeria or England?
The battle is on! While England may have the home advantage, Nigeria offers the chance to be part of something special—a young, hungry Super Eagles team on the rise.
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