Arsenal have signed England-born Nigerian young defender Habeeb Ogunneye from Manchester United.
“We’re pleased to announce the signing of talented young full-back Habeeb Ogunneye,” Arsenal confirmed the signing on their official website on Sunday.
“Habeeb joins us with experience from Manchester United and Newport County, as well as England’s under-17s side.”
Speaking after completing his move to Arsenal Ogunneye said:”It feels great to be here, it’s such a big club.
“I’ve got family who live in Hackney, so it’s literally a full-circle moment. It’s fantastic [to have my family here].
“When I heard [Arsenal] were interested in me, I said to my agents it’s a no-brainer. Seeing all the young players that are coming through as well, so I just wanted to come straight away.
“I just wanted to be part of that group, and win games together. It’s good playing with good players, good defenders; it’s only going to better you.”
With plenty of experience already in his career, Ogunneye hopes to get off to a good start at Arsenal and take his game to the next level.
“[Now] I want to get better every day and we’ll see what happens from there.”
