Know why Jamal Musiala decided not to feature for England at senior level?

Jamal Musiala has been one of the brightest prospects in world football. The German international over the recent years has been amazing with his dancing feet eliminating the defenders and creating a mess in defense of the opponents. The Bayern Munich player maker is one of the most technically gifted players in today's football. He had a decent outing in the FIFA World Cup 2022 when the world was awestruck by his talent on the biggest stage. 

The 21-year-old footballer was sensational for the Bavarians in the 2023/24 season he was there as he was out injured for most of the season and failed to earn silverware with the club however he will be looking to change the fortunes in favour of Germany in the UEFA Euro 2024. He was excellent in the opening game of the tournament against Scotland when the host nation trashed the Scottish team 5-1, with him scoring a goal as well. 

Very few of the fans know that Musiala has dual citizenship in England and Germany. He started his youth career playing for the Three Lions and even played with other fellow generational talents, such as Jude Bellingham. Then he shifted to Germany playing for the Deutschland. In the article, we will be looking at the reason why Musiala did not feature for England in the senior team. 

Here are the 3 reasons why Musiala did not feature for England in the senior team

3. Variety of choices 

As per the report of the Athletic, Musiala felt it was only fitting to represent his birth nation. Though Musiala played and resided in the UK as a young boy, he was born in Stuttgart, Germany, and stayed there until he was seven years old. The young player had the option of representing England, Germany, or Nigeria on the international stage, the first two were of his own choice, and the third because of his father's nationality and he was permitted to play for Nigeria.

2. Germany was the right choice for him

Musiala had the opportunity to represent both England and Germany. He was in regular talks with FA and DFB to fix a final destination and after he got the call from the senior national team of Germany, he believed he made the right decision in his life. The nation may rue the missed opportunities for the young footballer. 

1. Losing a place in academies in England

The creative midfielder played some eye-catching football at the U-15 level. He was then promoted to the U-17 and U-21. Musiala was part of Chelsea's famous Cobham academy, but suddenly he was lost in the shuffle among many other youngsters at Chelsea. That made him go back to Germany and play for four-time world champions.