Donegal player Luke O’Donnell has joined English Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers for an initial ‘six figure’ fee.
The Buncrana lad, who plays with Derry City, is also a Republic of Ireland underage international.
The 17-year-old midfielder is seen as a huge prospect and was rising quickly through the ranks at the Brandywell.
Derry City CEO Sean Barrett said that O’Donnell’s move was further testimony to the wealth of talent currently being developed at the Brandywell.
“It’s a great move for Luke and he is a player we think very highly of, so it’s no surprise that he has attracted the attention of a big club like Wolves.
“It’s very pleasing for us a club that we’re developing players on a pathway, that as well as giving lads the opportunity to move across the water, we’re also focused on providing local players for Derry City.
“For now though we just want to wish Luke every success at Wolves and we look forward to monitoring his progress there.”
Pic courtesy of Derry City FC website.
