Sammy Ameobi has admitted he wants to play for Nigeria at international level.
The Newcastle United youngster is keen to follow in the footsteps of big brother Shola and represent the Super Eagles.
The Chronicle were first to report on June 18 that Ameobi was considering scrapping ties with the English FA - after playing for the Three Lions Under-21s - to play for Nigeria.
He said today in Punch: “It will be a great honour to play for Nigeria. I would love it.
“I have seen how it has been with my brother and the World Cup was a great experience, which I would love to experience and help make sure Nigeria participates in again.”
Ameobi though knows Newcastle is his priority in the coming weeks.
He added: “I am in the last year of my contract with Newcastle and I have to start it with a bang. I am no longer a kid.
“I have had a lot of injuries which I am hoping I have gotten over now, so I need to play very well to either get a new contract with Newcastle or be able to make a good move elsewhere.”
Ameobi also said Shola was on hand to offer him advice.
He said: “He has always been there for me.
“Whenever I needed advice, he would volunteer it; and also when I tried to make moves that might have derailed my career, he was quick to pull me back on track.
“It is great to have a proper professional as an older brother.”
Chronicle
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