Brentford defender Michael Kayode has confirmed he will wait for a call-up to Italy’s senior national team despite being eligible to represent Nigeria.
Kayode, who remains eligible to represent either country at senior level, was born in Italy to Nigerian parents.
The 21-year-old stated that his focus remains on continuing his international career with Italy.
“I will always give priority to Italy: even at youth level, I grew up wearing the Azzurri shirt,” Kayode told Tuttosport.
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“I hope to achieve this dream as soon as possible, but I have no doubt about which path to choose.”
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The 21-year-old held talks with former Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso ahead of the World Cup play-off in March, but was eventually left out of the squad.
“Yes, we also had dinner with other [Italian] Premier League players,” Kayode admitted.
“I was doing well, I felt involved even without being called up for the play-offs.”
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