Bayern Munich winger, Michael Olise, has explained his decision to snub Nigeria, England and Algeria to play for France.
Olise was born in London to a
Franco-Algerian mother and Nigerian father.
He is eligible to represent
Nigeria, France, Algeria and England at the international stage.
However, the former Crystal
Palace star is now set to play a cap-tying game for France on Friday when they
take on Italy in a UEFA Nations League clash at the Parc des Princes in Paris.
Olise had received his first
call-up to France’s senior national team.
Speaking at a press conference
held at Clairefontaine ahead of France’s clash with Italy, Olise was questioned
about why he chose to represent France instead of Nigeria, England or Algeria.
He said (via RMC Sport): “My
mother is from France. When I was little, I came here.
“I had this connection with
France. I’m proud to be here.”
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