Man City player Nmecha turns back on England, Nigeria, opt to play for Germany

Manchester City striker Lukas Nmecha - Getty

Manchester City striker Lukas Nmecha (Born in Hamburg to German and Nigerian parents, but raised in England) has opted to continue playing for the country of his birth, after featuring in a friendly win for the U21s over England.


Manchester City centre-forward Lukas Nmecha has turned his back on England and Nigeria (though, eligible to play for any of both), to play international football for Germany.

The 20-year-old was born in Hamburg but raised in England after his parents relocated while he was still very young.

Nmecha has represented England at every youth level between Under-16 and Under-21, but he made his debut for the Germany Under-21 side this week.

Nmecha in action for Man City - Getty

He stated: "I chose Germany, where I was born, I've been thinking a long time about what I really want, that was the right decision, and it's final.

"I learned 10 minutes before the game that I'm allowed to play, it was just pure joy, and the coach was happy with me."