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Lugano loanee Sasere reaffirms Nigeria commitment despite Malta interest

Even after interest from the European nation, the striker has stated his ultimate desire is to represent the Super Eagles at senior level

Hamrun Spartans star striker Franklin Sasere is determined to represent Nigeria at senior level despite overtures from the Maltese senior national team.

The 23-year-old has enjoyed a fine campaign at Victor Tedesco Stadium that has led to him being linked with Devis Mangia’s Knights of Malta internationally.

A potential Super Eagles call-up has been mooted, though Gernot Rohr’s squad is well stocked in that department thanks to Paul Onuachu and Kelechi Iheanacho.

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Even at this, the former Sunshine Stars’ goal machine claims he still aspires to play for the country of his birth.