Colin O'Brien already sees Jaden Umeh improvements since Benfica move

Umeh played a major part in the Ireland U17s qualifying for the World Cup. He is part of the Ireland squad for next week’s friendlies against Norway, Türkiye and Croatia.

Jaden Umeh joined the Portuguese side Benfica from Cork City last summer. Pic: Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Jaden Umeh has massively improved his game since joining Benfica, according to his Ireland manager.

The powerful winger played 15 times in Cork City’s promotion-winning season before joining the Portuguese giants last summer.