24-year-old Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Sidney Sam has pledged his international future to Nigeria, according to reports in the German media.<br /><br />His pronouncement authenticates coach Stephen Keshi's revelation on Wednesday that the former Germany youth - teamer is keen on playing for the Super Eagles.<br /><br />''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 <i>Kicker.</i><br /><br />Sidney Sam will hold discussions with his agent Dirk Hebel and the Bayer Leverkusen hierarchy on his international switch.