A friend asked me if I could give him a chance.?
Youre almost in a damned if you do, damned if you dont situation here. The fact that this friend has suggested it, seems to imply it hasnt crossed your mind. Doesnt necessarily mean it wont work, but its not a good start. If you refuse to give it a try, hell resent it and it will probably harm your friendship. Especially once you start dating someone else. If you do give a try and it doesnt work out, it will also possibly damage your friendship as going back to where you were will be hard. Especially once you start dating someone else. If you try it and it works out, great! You now have a boyfriend whos also a friend. Only you can decide if its worth the risk.