Chiedozie Ogbene: Growing up in Cork, Nemo Rangers and studying Usain Bolt

'Maybe I was the fastest in the school but I wasn’t the fastest in County Cork. Not being the fastest led me to think, why? What are the fastest doing?'
Chiedozie Ogbene: Growing up in Cork, Nemo Rangers and studying Usain Bolt

RAPID TIME: Luton’s Chiedozie Ogbene has hit 23mph this season. Pic: Joe Giddens/PA

Chiedozie Ogbene has not just adapted to the pace of the Premier League – he is setting it.

The Luton and Republic of Ireland winger is the fastest player in the top flight this season having studied Usain Bolt to perfect his style.

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