Crystal Palace striker Eddie Nketiah has sparked mixed reactions across social media after his recent comments expressing his willingness to play for the Black Stars
The 25-year-old had previously turned down opportunities to represent Ghana despite repeated interest from the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
In an interview with The Beautiful Game podcast, Nketiah revealed his openness to accepting an invitation to play for Ghana despite having committed to England at the youth level.
“When I was younger, representing England was an option after progressing through the youth system. But if Ghana invites me, then I’ll be there”, he said.
His comments have provoked fans on social media who recall his prior reluctance to commit to Ghana, even when the GFA made several approaches.
The 25-year-old striker was born in Lewisham, England, to Ghanaian parents. He had previously played for the English U-21, where he had 17 caps and 16 goals. However, he is yet to make an appearance for the Three Lions.
Read some of the reactions below:
@views09_: ”Eddie Nketiah snubbed Ghana for England when he was at Arsenal but now wants to play for Ghana cause we’re getting close to the World Cup Someone tell him we’re okay with Jordan Ayew and Kudus, we don’t want him again 😂😂”
@SneakerNyame_: ”Eddie Nketiah see say we dey come go World Cup so he pick mind. Make he relax if Jordan Ayew retires from football we go call am.”
@Jerry10514754: ”He just noticed his career is dying and will never get invitation to play for English 😂😂😂😂”
@machine_dr1: ”Confidence what? He should stay back. Him and Hudson Odoi should stay and play for 3 lions.”
@TheLegacy34: ”Because Ghana is likely to qualify for the World Cup 😂😂😂”
