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In the latest Premier League news on player updates, Newcastle United winger Jacob Murphy has officially turned down an offer to play for Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles, opting instead to further develop his career with his current team and with a potential future in the English national team.
The 29-year-old, who qualifies to play for Nigeria through his father and the Republic of Ireland through his mother, has been in peak form this season. Murphy has five Premier League goals and nine assists to his name, and Newcastle is pursuing European competition on his back. His performances have not gone unnoticed, and there has been interest from a number of national teams.
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle invited Murphy in a move to reinforce Nigeria’s team amidst a poor start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying tournament. The Super Eagles have recorded just three points from their initial four games, a development that has led to the coaching department looking for veteran players to give the team an added boost in performance.
Despite the opportunity to play on the international scene for Nigeria, Murphy has decided to remain true to Newcastle United and keep his options open for a possible call-up to the England national team. Having already played for England at various junior levels, including the 2017 Under-21 European Championship, Murphy hopes to earn himself a senior cap under new England manager Thomas Tuchel.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has praised Murphy’s performances this season, recognizing his contribution to the team. “Jacob has been very, very important and probably more than people realize,” Howe said. “We get a lot out of Jacob in a lot of different ways; he plays a big part. He’s been excellent, and the assists and the goals that he’s scored in the last few weeks have been crucial for us.”
Murphy’s transfer is a show of his willingness to remain at the club and build further while in top condition for the hope of impressing the England national selectors. His fitness and good games have earned him a key status in Newcastle’s team, and he remains hungry to assist the team to attain success in the Premier League.
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