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The NFF has flatly denied rumours of a potential national team switch for the two young midfielders
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed reports that Chelsea midfielders Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu have submitted paperwork to switch their international allegiance to Nigeria.
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Amid growing speculation over potential reinforcements for the Super Eagles, an NFF official has branded the circulating news as false.
NFF official shuts down allegiance switch claims
Veteran journalist Oluwasina Okeleji revealed that a senior NFF source categorically denied the reports, stating, "Only a federation can apply on behalf of players if they intend to switch, news circulating now is fake news."
Earlier, rumours suggested that Chukwuemeka and Ugochukwu were set to join Nigeria's squad ahead of the March World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe and Rwanda.
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However, both players, who are eligible to represent Nigeria through their heritage, have not taken any formal steps to change their international allegiance from England and France, respectively.
Super Eagles squad selection still unclear
With newly appointed head coach Eric Chelle yet to announce his first official squad, speculation continues to swirl over potential call-ups.
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Nigerian fans remain hopeful that Chelle will strengthen the team as they aim to revive their World Cup qualification hopes.
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While the dream of seeing Chukwuemeka and Ugochukwu in Super Eagles colours persists among supporters, for now, the NFF has made it clear—there is no truth to the reports.
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