Tremendous Eagles ahead Moses Simon has began the method of changing into a French citizen after six years at Ligue 1 membership Nantes, Soccernet.ng studies.
Simon joined Nantes from Spanish LaLiga membership Levante in 2020 completely. Nevertheless, earlier than that deal, he had a one-year mortgage stint on the membership.
Since becoming a member of Nantes, the 29-year-old Tremendous Eagles star has been spectacular, producing 35 targets and 39 assists in 190 appearances for the Yellow Canaries.
This season, he has been their main outlet, contributing six targets and 7 assists in 21 video games. Actually, Simon has been concerned in nearly half of their targets in Ligue 1, as Nantes have scored 28 targets after within the French top-flight this season.
Except for his spectacular performances for Nantes, Simon has additionally been profitable off the pitch. The Tremendous Eagles star lately welcomed a 3rd youngster together with his spouse.
Now, in a latest report by Tribune Nantaise, Simon has began the method of making use of for his French citizenship. Based on French regulation, he’s eligible to use for citizenship after spending 5 years within the nation.
Will Moses Simon cease enjoying for Nigeria if he turns into a French citizen?
Moses Simon has 72 appearances for Nigeria, and changing into a French citizen is not going to change something for him.
Based on FIFA guidelines, he is not going to be allowed to play for an additional nation since he already has caps for Nigeria.
So, even when Simon turns into a French citizen, he’s solely eligible to play for Nigeria. He’s presently among the finest Tremendous Eagles wingers and coach Eric Chelle will look to make use of him to devastating impact.
Kelvin Omachonu
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