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Ovie Ejeheri: Arsenal confirm signing of Nigeria and Uganda prospect

The 18-year-old goalkeeper has committed his future to the Gunners after establishing himself in the club’s youth ranks

Ovie Ejeheri has signed his first professional contract with Premier League outfit Arsenal.

The goalkeeper joined the North London side when he was eight years old and his steady progress saw him promoted to the U18 team in 2019.

During the 2020-21 campaign, Ejeheri was drafted into the U23 squad where he was able to garner just three appearances.

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Still in the nascent stages of his career, the 18-year-old is expected to continue his development under coach Kevin Betsy at Meadow Park.