Derry City teenager Luke O’Donnell joins Premier League side Wolves

Luke O'Donnell after completing his move to Premier League side Wolves

Luke O'Donnell after completing his move to Premier League side Wolves Credit: Wolves

Midfielder Luke O’Donnell has joined English Premier League outfit Wolves for an initial ‘six figure’ fee.

The 17-year old signed a professional contract at the Ryan McBride Brandywell at the start of this season and is their second academy player to agree a move to England this month after goalkeeper Conal McDermott signed for Portsmouth.

“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,” Derry City CEO Sean Barrett said.

“It’s very pleasing for us as 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.”

O'Donnell made his senior League of Ireland debut last season and has been on the bench on three occasions this season. He has also been capped at under-17 level by Ireland. 

 

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