It’s the year of the World Cup, and Michael Akpovi Ulis (London, 12-12-2001) is about to create a “diplomatic conflict” regarding football. The young Crystal Palace midfielder, signed this summer from Reading for €9.3m, is doing well in his debut season in the Premier League. He has scored four goals and made eight assists in the 24 matches he has played – only 12 starting – in all competitions.
Thus, he has up to four national teams!!! To choose to represent someone. Let’s go with the parts. Michael Ulis was born and raised in England. In fact, he was brought up in Chelsea and Manchester City rookies prior to his arrival in Reading.
His little brother plays for England
Therefore, he can play for the “Three Lions” national team, just as Richard Ulliz did. His younger brother, who plays in Chelsea’s academy and plays as a right-back, is the England Under-16 national team player.
He is an under-18 international with the France national team
However, Michael Ulis, who could play a midfielder or winger, chose another path. His mother was born in France and the French national team moved quickly and made him an offer that he did not hesitate to accept. Thus, so far, his international career is limited to two appearances with France under the age of 18.
Nigeria and Algeria are pressing
Michael Ulis is a melting pot of cultures. His father is Nigerian and his mother is of Algerian origin, born in France. The Nigeria national team has already taken a step to press as they have been called up – never before – for the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin and Lesotho.
Algeria has not yet moved on the official level, as is well known…but that will not take long. The World Cup is approaching and everyone wants him on his team.
source: marca