Nigerian-born youngster, Emmanuel Chigozie Owen has issued a very strong declaration of his ambition, saying he wants to improve and play much better, following his move to FC Utrecht of Netherlands from Bayer Leverkusen of Germany.
Sports247 reports that the 19-year-old Owen, who is already a German youth international, is not shying away from the task ahead of him, as he emphasised so soon after his arrival that he wants to justify his four-year contract.
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Born to Nigerian parents in Heilbronn, Germany, Owen has represented his country of birth at under-17 and under-19 levels, having developed through the youth team of TSG Hoffenheim, before joining Bayer Leverkusen in 2024.
He featured in the UEFA Youth League during his time with Leverkusen, the experience of which he is now hoping to use in uplifting Utrecht, after choosing the Dutch club’s long-term contract ahead of interest from several other teams.
The youngster went on to reveal the assets and quality of play that he aims to bring to bear at his new base, where he believes he is good enough for instant first team action, but would not reject starting through the youth ranks if need be.
Owen stated, “The first time I came here, it immediately felt like a warm bad. I think I’m strong on the ball and I can physically do my part well. I am someone who is creative and loves to create opportunities, assists and goals.
“My goal is to adapt as quickly as possible here in the Netherlands. I want to play as much as possible. Whether that is at Jong FC Utrecht or the first team, it doesn’t really matter to me at the moment. I want to develop myself.”
