Tottenham Hotspur forward Dominic Solanke has expressed his admiration for Super Eagles forwards Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, while also sharing his plans to reconnect with his Nigerian heritage in the near future.
Solanke was eligible to represent the Super Eagles through his father but chose to commit to his country of birth, England, with a cap-tying appearance in a UEFA Nations League match against Greece on October 10, 2024.
Having made his senior debut for the Three Lions at age 20 under Gareth Southgate, Solanke experienced a seven-year hiatus from international football before earning a recall to the England squad.
Although he represents England on the international stage, the 27-year-old holds great pride in his Nigerian roots and actively follows the achievements of Nigerian footballers excelling globally.
Solanke hails Lookman and Osimhen as Super Eagles' finest
Solanke, in an interview with Showmax, via Footboom spoke highly of Super Eagles stars Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, highlighting their exceptional talents and remarkable achievements.
“I haven't been there yet. I definitely need to take some time off soon and go and see my roots, so hopefully in the next few years,” he said revealing his desire to connect with his Nigerian background.
“My favourite Nigerian footballer at the moment has to be Ademola Lookman. We are very good friends. What he has done over the last few years has been extraordinary.
“What he has achieved has been phenomenal, particularly for the Nigerian national team, so I was incredibly proud. Another standout for me is Victor Osimhen; he really was one of the best in the world.”
Both Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen have established themselves as two of the most sought-after players in European football, thanks to their outstanding performances.
