Udinese boss lauds signing of defender Nicholas Opoku

Udinese technical head Daniele Prade has praised the signing of Ghana international Nicholas Opoku.

The 20-year-old central defender joined the Stadio Fruili outfit on Friday in a four-year fee for a fee around of 800,000 Euros.

Daniele Prade who is Udinese’s technical boss is convinced that the young Ghanaian guardsman will make his mark in the Serie A.

“Opoku is a defender that has been highlighted in the last year. With his height and weighing 87 to 90 kg, it means he is very good and can help us in aerial battles.” Pradè stated.

“With coach Velazquez he will have the opportunity to put his characteristics to good use “.

Opoku featured last season for Club Africain where he made 20 appearances and assisted one goal.