Ogbene feels 'lucky' to be back in Premier League
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Winger Chiedozie Ogbene says signing for Ipswich Town was "an opportunity I had to grab with both hands".
The 27-year-old has joined the Tractor Boys on a four-year deal from Luton Town for a fee of £8m.
Ogbene only signed for the Hatters from Rotherham on a free transfer last summer and scored five goals in 39 games across all competitions.
He impressed in the league last season despite Luton's relegation and was the second fastest top-flight player- during the last campaign, after Tottenham's Micky van de Ven, having clocked 36.93kph against Fulham in September.
The Ireland international becomes the 10th signing at Portman Road since the club returned to the Premier League for the first time in over 20 years and takes their spending to almost £100m.
"I'm very excited and feel lucky to have this opportunity to play in the Premier League again," Ogbene told club media.
"I've had very positive chats with the manager and for someone to believe in me that I could play at this level again means a lot to me and my family.
"I know what he wants from me and the role I will play and I'm here to be a positive addition to the squad as we look to achieve our goals.
"It's an opportunity I had to grab with both hands and I can't wait to be involved as soon as possible."
