Dutch Eredivisie club FC Utrecht have completed the permanent signing of Nigerian youngster Emmanuel Chigozie Owen, with the promising attacker expressing his excitement after sealing the move, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Owen arrives at the Dutch club eager to continue his development and establish himself in European football, with ambitions of eventually breaking into the senior team.
Speaking after the transfer was confirmed, the Nigerian youngster said he immediately felt at home when he first visited the club.
"The first time I came here, it immediately felt like a warm bath," Owen told the club's official website.
The talented forward also highlighted his playing style and the qualities he believes he will bring to FC Utrecht.
"I think I'm strong on the ball, and I can physically do my part well. I am someone who is creative and loves to create opportunities, assists, and goals," he said.
Owen admitted that his immediate focus is on adapting to life in the Netherlands while continuing his football development.
"My goal is to adapt as quickly as possible here in the Netherlands. I want to play as much as possible. Whether that is at Jong FC Utrecht or the first team, it doesn't really matter to me at the moment. I want to develop myself."
The permanent move represents another significant milestone in the youngster's career as he joins the growing list of Nigerian talents pursuing their football development in Europe.
FC Utrecht is expected to monitor Owen's progress closely as he settles into his new environment, with opportunities likely to come through both Jong FC Utrecht and, potentially, the club's first team in the future.