In a thrilling last-minute transfer, 17-year-old Ghanaian forward Yaw Asamoah Agyei has joined Italian Serie A giants Atalanta FC from EurAfrica FC. Agyei has inked a one-and-a-half-year deal with an option to extend for two more years, marking a significant milestone in his rising career.
Agyei’s impressive performances in Ghana’s Division Two League have caught the attention of top clubs, and Atalanta’s recruitment team has successfully secured his signature.
The young forward has a knack for finding the back of the net, scoring 10 goals and assisting 9 in 19 matches last season, and 9 goals with 11 assists in 18 games this season.
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Atalanta’s focus on identifying and developing young talent has led them to Agyei, and the club is excited to have him on board. The transfer was brokered by Arthurlegacy Sports Chief Executive Oliver Arthur, and it’s seen as a major coup for the Ghanaian club’s player development pathway.
Agyei’s move to Serie A is a testament to his hard work and potential.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh/Jones Adzi
