Former Chelsea midfielder and current Borussia Dortmund star Carney Chukwuemeka is reportedly on course to commit his international future to Austria, dealing a blow to Nigeria’s hopes of securing his services.
Chukwuemeka is eligible to play for the Super Eagles through his Nigerian parents, while his birth in Austria also makes him qualified to represent the European nation.
According to The Athletic, the Austrian Football Association is actively finalizing arrangements that would enable the 22-year-old to feature for Austria’s senior national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Although Chukwuemeka has previously represented England at the youth level, up to the Under-20s, he is yet to make an appearance for the Three Lions’ senior side. This keeps him eligible to switch international allegiance under FIFA regulations.
