Nigeria or England: New report suggests Tosin Adarabioyo has made his choice
Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has become a key talking point as the October International window approaches. Reports in the local media suggest that Tosin Adarabioyo, born in England, has decided to commit his international future to Nigeria, potentially strengthening the Super Eagles’ defense.
While no official statement has been made by either Adarabioyo or Eguavoen, the possibility of the Premier League defender joining the Super Eagles has generated considerable excitement. Adarabioyo’s decision to represent Nigeria over England marks a significant moment, given his prior involvement with England’s youth teams. His last appearance for the Young Lions was in 2015, and the centre-back has not been called up since, sparking speculation about his international future.
The Nigerian coaching staff, currently evaluating defensive options across Europe, is keen to bolster the backline with younger talent.
The current defensive pairing of William Troost-Ekong and Semi Ajayi, while experienced, has raised concerns due to their combined age of 61 and declining pace. Adarabioyo, 26, could provide the perfect blend of youth, experience, and top-flight football knowledge to complement the existing Super Eagles setup.
His Premier League background and familiarity with current Nigerian internationals like Ola Aina, Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Ademola Lookman would make his transition into the national team smoother.
Adarabioyo’s versatility and ball-playing skills have been widely praised, and his potential inclusion could help solidify Nigeria’s defense as they push to qualify for the 2024 AFCON tournament.
