Folarin Balogun has ditched England to pledge his international allegiance to the USA after careful consideration.
The attacker has been on loan at Reims from Arsenal this campaign and continues to deliver some top performances for the French side.
He stepped up a gear when he moved on loan to Ligue 1 and some fans expected him to be named in the last England squad, but that never happened.
Gareth Southgate’s decision not to name him in the squad has not gone down well with the attacker’s camp and he has now chosen to represent another nation.
Born in New York, Balogun grew up in England, making him eligible to play for both countries. However, his parents are Nigerians, which also made him eligible for the African nation.
But Fabrizio Romano reveals he has chosen to turn out for the USA over the other countries he can represent.
Just Arsenal Opinion
Balogun had to make a decision on his international future as soon as he hit top form at Reims and we are not surprised he has done that now.
The attacker probably does not have a future at the Emirates and we must prepare to offload him when this campaign finishes.
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That’s the correct and sensible thing to do lad.
It should not be seen as a rejection to England as the headline would suggest.
I agree, Balogun chose a situation where he would get opportunities to play. Media reports suggest that he wants playing time or at least competition for chances at Arsenal, so it is only sensible that he would take the same path with his international career.
Well done Son…
Almost everyone else can see he will be a top class player except arsenal people. I am really baffled, far better than nketia and his finishing is more natural than that of Gabriel Jesus.