New Nigeria goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo is anticipating his Super Eagles debut, hinting at a potential invitation ahead of the Unity Cup later this month and next month’s international friendlies against Portugal and Poland.
Born in Camden to Nigerian parents, Okonkwo became eligible to represent Nigeria after his international switch from England was approved by FIFA last month.
Okonkwo had represented England at various youth levels, including the U-18 team, during his time at Arsenal.
According to reports, the Wrexham goalkeeper’s decision to switch allegiance followed a meeting in London with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle during the Unity Cup tournament in June 2025, which Nigeria won.
Ahead of this year’s edition, the 24-year-old, who spoke in a Nigeria Football Federation-branded video sighted by our correspondent, expressed his excitement about the possibility of representing the country.