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How Alex Iwobi asked me to represent Nigeria - Philip Billing

Bournemouth midfielder Philip Billing has explained how Alex Iwobi spoke to him about representing Nigeria.

The attacking midfielder, who is of Nigerian descent, was born in Denmark and has featured for the Red and White’s U19 and U20 sides. He is still eligible to play for the Super Eagles.

Billing had previously rejected an opportunity to play for the three-time African champions in November 2018.

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During Bournemouth’s 3-1 victory against Iwobi’s side Everton last month, the 23-year-old explained how the Super Eagles star approached him to change his allegiance.