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JOE KRISHNAN

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka unsure over international future amid 'tough' England or Nigeria decision

Bukayo Saka admitted he faces a "tough choice" in deciding where his international future lies with England and Nigeria both options for the youngster.

The Arsenal starlet has been one of the revelations in the Premier League this season, breaking into the first-team from the academy and establishing himself as a key member of the Gunners' squad.

The 18-year-old has scored four goals and registered 10 assists in 38 appearances for Arsenal in this campaign and his performances have caught the eye of England manager Gareth Southgate, as well as Under-21 boss Aidy Boothroyd.

Saka has represented England's youth teams up to Under-19 level and is expected to be named in the Under-21 squad when international football returns following the coronavirus pandemic.

But the teenager, who is eligible to play for Nigeria through his parents, says he is undecided as to which direction he wants to take at international level.

Saka in action for England Under-19s against Germany in September 2019 Photo: Getty Images for DFB

"It's a tough choice," Saka told Sky Sports.

"I'm happy to have represented England at youth level but I'm also proud of my Nigerian heritage from my parents.

"We haven't been picked by any team so it's about staying humble and when the time comes we'll make the decision."

Several players from the Premier League - including Victor Moses, Alex Iwobi and Chuba Akpom - opted to switch their international allegiance to the Super Eagles, having represented England at youth level.

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