According to sport.be, Portugal powerhouse Porto have set the wheels in motion in their bid to sign Standard Liege prospect Imoh Ezekiel.

The future of the one - cap Nigeria international has been the subject of speculation for over a year since he took the Jupiler League by storm, with reports linking him to German, Russian, French and Spanish teams.

Porto are said to be lining up an undisclosed bid for the 20 - year - old Imoh Ezekiel, the most recognizable name from the stable of nursery club 36 Lion.

Under contract with Standard Liege until June 30, 2017, transfer market specialists value him at around € 5 million.

Imoh Ezekiel is one of the youngsters being considered by manager Stephen Keshi for the 2014 World Cup.