Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo’s switch to Nigeria approved by FIFA

Arthur Okonkwo is now eligible to represent Nigeria after his international switch from England was approved by FIFA.

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Born in Camden, London, to Nigerian parents, Okonkwo previously represented England at youth level, featuring for the U-15, U-16, U-17, and U-18 teams between 2015 and 2019 during his time at Arsenal.

The 24-year-old goalkeeper, who stands around 1.98–1.99m tall, began his football career in Arsenal’s academy at the age of eight. Okonkwo joined Wrexham on loan in 2023, spending the season at the Stok Cae Ras before completing a permanent transfer in the summer of 2024.

Having never featured for England’s senior national team, he qualified to switch allegiance under FIFA eligibility rules, paving the way for him to represent Nigeria at international level.