9 Ways to Get a Guy to Be Interested in You When He’s Not over His Ex

5. Jokingly make an appeal


“I jokingly told him, ‘We are both single, so why don’t we get together?’ but my eyes probably looked serious…” You could casually let him know what you really feel, such as teasingly saying, “Can I nominate myself as your new girlfriend?” It would be sad if he just laughs it off, so be sure to show him what’s really on your mind through your glance and attitude.