Burnley have been confirmed as the first team to gain promotion to the English Premier League after their 3-1 win over Middlesbrough gave them an unassailable lead at the top of the table in the English Championship.
In that game, 23 year old Nathan Tella who is on loan to the team from English Premier League side Southampton Nathan Tella grabbed an assist, his 5th of the season in addition to his 17 goals in the 36 games he has played in the English Championship.
In all competitions, he has 19 goals in 43 games and with his form the winger should no doubt be in the discussion for a Super Eagles call up, following his open declaration on playing for Nigeria ahead of England at senior level despite representing the Three Lions at youth levels.
Tella told the Daily Echo in 2022: “Yeah, it’s true. I haven’t been contacted as such but I’m in the process of sorting out my passport for them.
Obviously, I would like to have the chance, if I’m called upon to be able to play for Nigeria.
“I would love to play international football. That’s always been a dream of mine. If I went away with Nigeria, it would be something new and new experiences bring out the best in players.”
His statement means the ball is now in the court of the coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Jose Peseiro.
Waziri Damian
