SIDNEY SAM: I Am Keen To Play For Nigeria
Published: November 08, 2012
24-year-old Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Sidney Sam has pledged his international future to Nigeria, according to reports in the German media.
His pronouncement authenticates coach Stephen Keshi's revelation on Wednesday that the former Germany youth - teamer is keen on playing for the Super Eagles.
''There were intense discussions and I am keen to play for Nigeria. The country has a great football tradition, the team is full of good players,'' Sam was quoted as saying by the online edition of Kicker.
Sidney Sam will hold discussions with his agent Dirk Hebel and the Bayer Leverkusen hierarchy on his international switch.
His pronouncement authenticates coach Stephen Keshi's revelation on Wednesday that the former Germany youth - teamer is keen on playing for the Super Eagles.
''There were intense discussions and I am keen to play for Nigeria. The country has a great football tradition, the team is full of good players,'' Sam was quoted as saying by the online edition of Kicker.
Sidney Sam will hold discussions with his agent Dirk Hebel and the Bayer Leverkusen hierarchy on his international switch.
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