Burnley’s Luca Koleosho, eligible for Nigeria and other countries, may be called up by Italy as a replacement for Mattia Zaccagni. This potential move complicates his eligibility, especially since he has ties to Nigeria and previously represented the USA at youth levels.
Luca Koleosho, a 20-year-old winger with Burnley, is reportedly being considered for a call-up to the Italy national team, which may hinder his potential for representation from Nigeria and other countries. Following an injury to Mattia Zaccagni, Italian head coach Luciano Spalletti has asked Koleosho to be on standby for the Nations League quarter-finals against Germany.
The potential call-up of Luca Koleosho to the Italy national team presents a challenge for Nigeria and the United States. Born to a Nigerian father and an Italian-Canadian mother, Koleosho’s eligibility reflects a complex identity, and his recent comments indicate a connection to Nigeria. With increasing pressure from various factions, his choice will significantly impact the national teams he is eligible to represent.
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