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Nigeria's hopes have been dashed yet again as the former Eagles star is set to confirm his international allegiance
Bayern Munich’s latest signing, Michael Olise, is reportedly on the verge of securing his international future with France at the expense of Nigeria’s Super Eagles.
Deschamps eyes Olise for senior Les Bleus debut
The 22-year-old, who has been a standout performer for France's U21 side is now being considered for a senior call-up by Didier Deschamps.
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After an impressive performance at the recent Olympic Games, where he was instrumental in France's journey to the final with five assists and two goals, Olise has caught the attention of Deschamps ahead of the UEFA Nations League matches in September.
As Deschamps prepares to announce his squad for the upcoming international break on August 29th, Olise is believed to be one of the leading candidates to be included in a new-look France side after the disappointment of the 2024 European Championships.
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France are set to face Italy and Belgium in the UEFA Nations League, as they now look to include more faces in their team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Olise decision ends Nigeria’s dreams
Olise's decision to align his international future with France is likely to be a disappointment for Nigeria's Super Eagles, who had been eyeing the former Crystal Palace star as a potential addition to their squad.
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Despite being eligible to represent Algeria, England, and Nigeria, Olise's commitment to France appears to be unwavering, especially after the 2024 Olympic Games.
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Although the Super Eagles had only slim hopes of securing Olise, those hopes have now been dashed, and they will have to focus on the players currently in their star-studded attack, including stars like Ademola Lookma, Victor Osimhen, and Victor Boniface.
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