Young England footballer to switch International allegiance to Ireland
Elding was born in England but has lived in Ireland since he was 11-years-old. He moved to Ireland with his family when his dad, former striker Anthony Elding, signed for Sligo Rovers.
Anthony is something of a legend in Sligo circles as it was his goal that broke Drogheda United's hearts and secured an FAI Cup final win for the Westerners in 2013.
Youngster Owen, who is just 19, has been in stunning form for the Bit O'Red this season, notching eight goals in what has been a very impressive campaign in front of goal to date.
His latest effort was a wonderful piledriver from 30 yards after a surging run against Bohemians last time out. After the game, Sligo boss John Russell was asked about whether Elding had been approached by the FAI to feature in Ireland's underage set-up.
"That's a good question, which you should ask the FAI," said Russell.
"I would have flagged this a while back. I think there is stuff going on in the background trying to get him nationalised.
"He has been in the country since he was 11 years of age. He was born in England, his dad obviously then having come over here to play.
"There is talk in the background and hopefully it can be resolved as he should be in that Under-21 squad.
"I think it's paperwork that the FAI have to organise.
"I'm led to believe it's close, so I think for everyone it would be good if it happened soon."
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