Bukayo Saka, an attacker for Arsenal and England, has been welcomed by his fans upon his return to his parent’s homeland, according to Soccernet.ng.
The 21-year-old winger, who enthralled people all over the world with his incredible football performance, was seen landing in Lagos earlier, where fans gathered to welcome him.
In his social media response, the Three Lions player, whose parents are from South Western Nigeria, greeted and thanked his Nigerian football fans in Yoruba for their kind welcome.
Wearing white local clothing, the brisk winger was seen in the video waving to fans shouting “Up Gunners” as he made his way to the “Bales of Mercy Orphanage.”
“Kúulé o! The Arsenal winger posted on social media, “Thank you for the warm welcome.”
Since Saka’s visit’s objective is yet unknown, fans and critics are left to wonder why he would be there.
According to some, he is personally trying to spend more time with his extended family and rediscover his Nigerian roots. Others believe he is considering methods to support grassroots football programs or humanitarian endeavors as a means to give back to the town his parents came from.
Saka’s return to Lagos highlights the importance of embracing one’s background and strengthens his ties to Nigeria.