Nmecha speaks German with his mother at home so he does not forget his mother tongue.
BERLIN: Two years ago, Lukas Nmecha fired England to glory at the Under-19 European Championships in Georgia. On Tuesday, however, the Manchester City youngster made his debut for Germany.
The 20-year-old striker was only declared eligible to play for Germany’s Under-21 side shortly before kick-off, and came off the bench to make his Germany debut against former England teammates. Nmecha represented England at every junior level from Under-16 before he was persuaded to switch by Germany Under-21 coach Stefan Kuntz earlier this year.
He will have more chances to keep up his German from now on. Despite continuing interest from England and Nigeria, the City talent says his decision to play for Germany is final.
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