Crystal Palace forward Michael Olise is on the verge of making a significant decision regarding his international career, with reports suggesting that he is set to commit his future to France ahead of Nigeria, according to Soccernet.
Olise, who was born in England to a Nigerian father and a French-Algerian mother, has been a subject of interest for both the Super Eagles and the French national team. Despite being eligible to represent Nigeria, Olise has seemingly set his sights on representing France at the senior level, a decision that would effectively end his chances of playing for the Super Eagles.
The 22-year-old has already represented France at the youth level, featuring for the U-18 and U-21 teams, and is now eyeing a spot in the Olympic squad. Olise's desire to represent France at the Olympics is understood to be a major factor in his decision, with the forward keen to test himself against the best players in the world.
While the Super Eagles had hoped to persuade Olise to switch allegiance, it appears that the forward has made up his mind to pursue his dream of representing France. This decision is a significant blow to Nigeria's football fortunes, as Olise's talent and skill would have been a valuable addition to the Super Eagles squad.
As Olise prepares to close the door on his Super Eagles career, he is also poised to make a significant move in his club career, with reports linking him to a transfer to Bayern Munich. The forward's impressive performances for Crystal Palace have caught the eye of several top clubs, and it seems that his future is set to be filled with exciting opportunities.