Newcastle new-boy Gael Bigirimana admits to having not yet decided which nation he wants to represent at international level.
The Journal report that the 18 year old is already on Stuart Pearce’s radar after an impressive Premier League debut on Tyneside.
Previously the young midfielder has been called up to the England under 19s squad, but could yet choose his country of birth, Burundi.
Bigirimana discussed the situation with the publication, “International football is a privilege and I would be honoured to play it. As long as I’m playing for one and moving forward I don’t mind what nationality I will play for.”
“England is like a second home but it is difficult for me because I have two homes. England has grown in me and I have met many fantastic people and mentors who are English. That does not mean I don’t like Burundi. That is where I was born, where I saw my first sunset.”