DAMIEN DUFF hailed the arrival of former Ireland Under-21 striker Mipo Odubeko as a sign that Shelbourne is the place to be.
Odubeko has signed for Shels as Duff landed the highly-rated Tallaght man who had plenty of interest after he decided to return home.
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And Duff believes Odubeko made the decision believing that Tolka Park is where he can fulfil his potential.
Duff said: “Every team in Ireland wanted Mipo but I am proud that he has chosen this special club.
“He was excited to join the champions but I think the real reason he is here is because we are the No. 1 place to unlock potential and get the best out of players.
“He has amazing power, speed and finishing that maybe not enough people have seen.
“Myself and the staff plan on unleashing all of it. He is a fascinating signing.”
Odubeko arrives at Tolka with a lot of experience in underage football after spells at Manchester City and Manchester United before he signed for West Ham United.
He featured under David Moyes in the first team making two appearances though loan spells did not go well before he joined Maritimo in Portugal.
Odubeko returned to England after 18 months in Portugal to join Fleetwood last January but has now opted to return home.
He said: “My focus is clear: work hard, improve every day, and give everything to help the team win.
“I’m here to play my part, fight for this badge, and contribute to a successful season. I can’t wait to get started!”
