Through a statement on their official website, German Bundesliga outfit Union Berlin has announced that Germany U18 international of Nigerian descent Oluwaseun Ogbemudia has committed his future to the club.
The Bremen native has signed his first professional contract with Die Eisernen following his impressive performances for the Union Berlin youth team.
Ogbemudia joined Union Berlin’s U19 team from FC St. Pauli a year ago but has been training fully with the senior team since the start of pre-season preparations.
The 18-year-old played in nineteen matches for the U19 squad in his first season at Union Berlin, including five games in the UEFA Youth League.
The dual-national teenager was on the bench for Bundesliga matches against Augsburg and RB Leipzig last season.
His performances at both club and international levels have drawn attention, and this new contract is a testament to his hard work and dedication.After putting pen to paper,
Ogbemudia said: “I am of course very grateful for the trust that the club and those responsible have placed in me and I am looking forward to continuing to be part of the planning.
“I am happy to accept this challenge and will do my best to be successful and develop myself further every day.”
Ogbemudia was included in Union Berlin’s summer training camps in Austria and Neuruppin, where he was observed by head coach Svensson.
He participated in friendly matches against Gift Orban’s Olympique Lyon, Cyriel Dessers’ Rangers, FC Dynamo Kyiv, and BSG Chemie Leipzig. during pre-season preparations.
With the support of Union Berlin, Ogbemudia is poised to further his development and potentially break into higher ranks within the sport.
Congratulations to Ogbemudia on this exciting new chapter!
