I haven’t made up my mind yet – Callum Hudson-Odoi on playing for Ghana

Chimeremeze FavourSep 18, 2023

Nottingham Forest star, Callum Hudson-Odoi has provided an update on his international future amid interest from Ghana.

The 22-year-old has played for England at every level, starring for the country’s u16s, U17s, U18s, U19s, U21s and the Three Lions.

I haven't made up my mind yet - Callum Hudson-Odoi on playing for Ghana — Callum Hudson-Odoi playing for England. Source: Getty

Callum Hudson-Odoi has Ghanaian parents and his father, Bismark Odoi, played for Ghana Premier League giants, Hearts of Oak, in the 90s before relocating to England.

Despite already playing three times for England, a change to FIFA’s eligibility rules means he can still switch to Ghana. Hudson-Odoi hasn’t played for the Three Lions in a long while and has rejected call-ups after being relegated to England’s U21s.

When asked about his international future during an interview with The Telegraph, Hudson-Odoi said;

“That decision hasn’t been made yet. I’m still thinking it over. Ghana is a very good option but let’s wait and see.

“Hopefully, once I start playing games here, maybe Gareth [Southgate] or Ghana will come. It’s a nice position to be in, and hopefully, sooner or later, we will know.”

Hudson-Odoi, who recently left boyhood club Chelsea to join Nottingham Forest, also opened up about leaving Stamford Bridge this summer for a reported £3 million during the chat with The Telegraph.

He said;

“Chelsea has been my home for a very long time and knowing it was time to go was emotional. It was difficult, we had conversations but I thought it was best if I leave. It was a mutual agreement, but I’d say it was more my decision.

“Forest is the right place for me to excel in my football, and do more than I probably could at Chelsea. I want to be playing as much as possible.

“There were a lot of different places I could have ended up at, but once ‘Coops’ made the call my head was straight here. He definitely brought the best out of me with England.

“The big thing about him is how he understands players, on and off the pitch. He’s always making sure that you’re mentally right and comfortable, and free in what you do.”

Arsenal forward Eddie Nketiah is still eligible to play for Ghana after playing zero minutes for England during the September international break after his debut call-up.