Arsenal's rising star set to dump Nigeria amid international Tug-of-War

Cam'ron Ismail (second left) with his Arsenal teammates. (Photo Credit: Daily Cannon)

Arsenal's rising star set to dump Nigeria amid international Tug-of-War

Izuchukwu Akawor 22:44 - 16.10.2023

The youngster is eligible for Nigeria and England but seems to have chosen Egypt after linking up with one of their youth teams.

In what is a potential international saga, Arsenal’s rising star, Cam'ron Ismail appears to have made a significant decision regarding his national allegiance. 

The young talent, who has garnered attention with his promising performances, has found himself in the midst of a three-way battle for his international future, with Nigeria Super Eagles set to lose out.

Arsenal’s Cam’ron dumps Nigeria

According to a report by the Daily Cannon, the highly-rated youngster has linked up with Egypt’s Under-19s in what could be the clearest sign of where his allegiance lies. 

Ismail was born to a Nigerian father and an Egyptian mother which means he qualifies for both countries. 

Cam'ron Ismail
Cam'ron Ismail joined Arsenal's under-18s at the age of 16. (Photo Credit: Daily Cannon)

The gifted youngster was also born and raised in Islington, making him also eligible to represent England.

Cam’ron, who is a left-back joined the Arsenal under-18 setup last year despite being just only 16. After making his debut early in the season, he has since made progress.

Ismail has already match the 6 apps he made last season for Arsenal. (Photo Credit: Daily Cannon)

Ismail made a total of six appearances in the under-18 Premier League season and has already matched it in the 2023/24 campaign.

However, it is his international future that had been a subject of discussion which could be settled as soon as possible following his link-up with Egypt.

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