James Abankwah hoping to help St Pat's before starting Italian job

James Abankwah of St Patrick's Athletic in action against Aidomo Emakhu of Shamrock Rovers. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

James Abankwah has started taking Italian lessons ahead of his summer move to Udinese but the biggest education the teen can receive is being part of a title-winning team.

He tasted success for St Patrick’s Athletic last season by winning the FAI Cup and intends signing off on his domestic career by helping Tim Clancy’s side move into position for a first Premier Division crown in nine years.