Liverpool winger Jordon Ibe has committed his international future to England despite receiving an approach from Nigeria.
The 19-year-old made his first appearances for the Three Lions' Under-21 side earlier this month, but is still eligible to play for the Super Eagles, whom he qualifies for through his father.
Ibe can switch allegiances until he has made a competitive senior international appearance, although Roy Hodgson has stressed he will not call up the Reds forward for that reason alone.
Nigeria head coach Sunday Oliseh suggested last weekend that his attempts to lure Ibe to Nigeria had been unsuccessful and the player himself has now confirmed his decision.
"It was my choice and it feels the right choice for me," he told Liverpool's official website.
"I was born here and have played in the younger age groups. I want to take it up to the first team one day.
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