Lesley Ugochukwu: Chelsea star celebrates 20th birthday with Nigerian parents
French professional footballer of Nigerian descent Lesley Chimuanya Ugochukwu is back on the social media trends.
The youngster for Premier League club Chelsea is on the trend for his action off the pitch.
Lesley Ugochukwu turns 20
On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, Lesley Ugochukwu turned 40.
He took to social media to celebrate the special occasion.
Along with photos in a Los Angeles Lakers outfit was a message that said, "I am grateful to God Almighty for this new age of greater height ! šš¾š."
In the photos, Ugochukwu posed with his Nigerian parents.
Lesley Ugochukwu to feature for Super Eagles
Reports state that Ugochukwu has not ruled out playing for Nigeria in the future.
Ugochukwu is qualified to play for the three-time African champions because his parents are from Nigeria.
He hasn't yet represented France's senior national team, therefore he can move teams in accordance with FIFA regulations.
Ugochukwu, the nephew of Nigerian and former Rennes defender Onyekachi Apam, is still growing at Chelsea.