According to reports, the defender could lose his nationality status as a Russian for playing in a competitive game for Nigeria due to laws in Russia which are against dual nationality for citizens meaning that he will need to give up his Russian citizenship.
Idowu, who had vowed to play for Nigeria in the World Cup, will first renounce his Russian citizenship before he will be able to obtain a Nigerian passport.
If that happens, his club Amkar Perm will lose a Russian citizen and it could prove costly judging by rules in the country which means only six foreign players and at least five Russian players are allowed to be on the pitch at the same time in a league game.
The 25-year-old had earlier admitted after the friendly against Argentina that his club is a bit uncomfortable with his decision to switch allegiance to Nigeria.
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