Oliseh Lures Liverpool's Ibe To Play For Nigeria

Head coach of the Super Eagles, Sunday Oliseh has held talks with Liverpool starlet, Jordan Ibe in an attempt to convince the 19-year-old to switch his allegiance to Nigeria at senior international level.

Ibe has represented England at U18m 19 and 20 levels and was recently promoted to Gareth Southgate’s U21s but is still eligible to play for Nigeria at the highest level because of his Nigerian roots.

Oliseh was at Melwood this week with a high-powered Nigerian delegation to further push home his point but the Football Association (England FA) is now expected to redouble their efforts to keep hold of Ibe who was once described as the future of the England national team by Daniel Sturridge.

Jordan Femi Ibe Set To Score More Goals For Liverpool

Jordon Ibe wants to add his name to the scoresheet more often after establishing himself as a key member of Brendan Rodgers' Liverpool squad.

The 19-year-old netted a stunning equaliser in a pre-season friendly against a Malaysia XI last month and impressed during the Reds' tour of the Far East and Australia.

But after failing to hit the back of the net in 12 Premier League appearances last term, Ibe believes he can score - or provide assists - more regularly in the coming campaign.