Ghanaian youngster David Oduro is set to begin trials at Premier League side Chelsea this week.
The 17-year-old, who plays for Ghana Premier League Accra Lions, will undergo training at the English outfit hoping to secure a contract.
Oduro has been one of the best-performing youngsters on the local scene with his performances for the Accra-based side.
David Oduro (LB) begins @ChelseaFC trials today after completing fitness tests on Monday.
— Gary Al-Smith (@garyalsmith) January 9, 2024
17-y-o plays for Accra Lions in Ghana PL: good close control, quick, defends well, has a decent crossing ability on him.
Also being targeted by Shakhtar, Real Sociedad. pic.twitter.com/7xNW0GuKMO
The left-back completed fitness tests at the club on Monday, January 8, before commencing the programme on Tuesday.
Oduro will be on trial for a period of two weeks on the back of a string of impressive performances in the Ghana Premier League.
The teenager has featured in 15 of the 17 games in the ongoing 2023/24 league season scoring one goal for Lions in a 1-1 draw against Bibiani Gold Stars.
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