Aston Villa targeting talented Chiedozie Ogbene

Aston Villa are leading the chase to recruit former Cork City striker Chiedozie Ogbene from Limerick next month.
Aston Villa targeting talented Chiedozie Ogbene

The 20-year-old striker spent a number of weeks on trial at various English clubs such as Chelsea since the League of Ireland campaign finished in October and may soon be on his way permanently. Villa’s interest is concrete and they are poised to table a bid to Limerick, who have the powerhouse under contract for another year.

Ogbene, who grew up in Cork after his family moved from Nigeria in 2005, played 38 times for Limerick last term, scoring eight goals.

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