Tommy Abraham's Chelsea striker started the process of changing football citizenship.

Abraham was born in London and played for England youth teams, but if he wants to play for Nigeria - it was from there that his father. The president of the Football Federation of Nigeria, Amaya Pinnik, claims that Tammy will have such a desire if the "superorls" come out at the 2018 World Cup.

"Last week we talked very frankly and productively with Tammy and his father. I can assure you that he agrees to play for Nigeria, and not for England. Tammy and his parents have already begun to collect the necessary documents, "Pinnik said..

"Of course, he realizes that he has more chances to play for" superorlov ". With his talent, he is able to compete for a place in the national team's bid for the World Cup.

If with God's help we get to the tournament in Russia, then he will fight for the chance to represent his homeland ".

For 2 rounds before the end of the African selection, Nigeria is 3 points ahead of Zambia and has the best difference of goals scored and conceded. Next month, the teams will converge in full-time combat.

Abraham belongs to Chelsea, but this season on loan to play for Swansea. On account of Tammy 1 goal in 5 Premier League games.