Cork City agree deal to sign Benny Couto

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 Premier Division side Cork City have unveiled the signing of Benny Couto.

The left back, 21, was born in Portugal and moved to the UK at a young age before progressing through the academy at Oldham Athletic.

He then made 28 appearances for their first-team. Couto joins City from English non-league outfit Ashton United.

“I’m delighted to be joining Cork City,” he said. “It’s a huge club and an exciting challenge, and I really can’t wait to get going.

I’ve seen what Turner’s Cross is like on matchday, and I can’t wait to step out there as a City player.”

And City boss Tim Clancy added: “Benny is a very exciting young player, and is someone that I’m very pleased to have on board.

“He is a player with massive potential, and despite his age, brings experience from the English Football League, which is exactly what we are looking for.”

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