Luis Enrique, the coach of Spain, has disputed reports that he called up Nico Williams to the national team camp to keep him from playing for Ghana.
Nico received his first senior call-up when he was picked to Spain’s squad for their Uefa Nations League matches against Switzerland and Portugal.
Meanwhile, his brother, Inaki will make his Ghana debut during this international break. The Williams brothers, who were both born in Spain to Ghanaian parents, are both eligible to play for the Black Stars.
Callum Hudson-Odoi and Eddie Nketiah are set to switch international allegiance from England 🏴 and represent Ghana 🇬🇭 National Team:
Ghana football federation are also eying to convince other footballers:
• Tariq Lamptey.
• Iñaki Williams.
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However, Nico chose to represent Europe after Inaki chose the Black Stars in June.
Why Did Enrique Call Nico To The Spain Squad?
There have, however, been fears from fans that Nico could be “used” by Spain. Coach Luis Enrique has now moved to discard such ideas.
“I’m not doing this to stop him going with Ghana; he’s young and a very interesting player,” said Enrique to the Guardian.
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“He’s playing more often with Athletic [Bilbao] now. He’s progressing wonderfully. I like him enormously. We’ve had him in the junior squad and have been following him for a long time.
“I reckon the family will be delighted: imagine the party if they both go to the World Cup. And they reach the final, well, that would be the absolute business.”
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