Reo-Coker turns down Sierra Leone

Published : 23 Sep 2010 11:17:08

Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker has turned down an invitation to play for Sierra Leone.Leone Stars coach Christian Cole was keen to recruit the England-born star, who is of Sierra Leone descent. But the 26-year-old has written to the Sierra Leone FA advising them he still has ambitions to play for England. "I'm flattered by the invitation to play for Sierra Leone and I want to thank the SLFA as I consider it as a mark of respect," Reo-Coker said. "But I can't play for Sierra Leone b.... read more