The representative of Hoffenheim defender Kevin Akpoguma has defended his client on his earlier decision to snub Nigeria for Germany.
Akpoguma severally turned down the chance to switch allegiance to Nigeria after progressing through the youth ranks of Germany where he captained the U20s.
Last year he said he will consider Nigeria when all hope of playing for Germany is lost in an interview with Oma Akatugba. The comment didn’t go down well with so many Nigerians.
Now that he has decided to commit his future to Nigeria, a lot of people have revisited that comment using it as a yardstick to question his commitment to Nigeria.
“ Many don’t understand what Kevin meant. It’s normal for players to want to continue in a particular environment for obvious trains but when it’s not possible. You look for the best route available”, he told Owngoalnigeria.com.
“ He has always wanted Nigeria and even tried to get into the U17s but when Germany came calling things changed a bit. The way he moved up the ranks to the level of captain is only natural for him to eye the next step.
“ When that didn’t happen he has no choice but to go back to where he has always wanted to be. Players move clubs when things don’t go as planned. Kevin always wanted Nigeria but at a point Germany was the only available choice”.
Roland Mark
