Oxford United have signed 19-year-old striker Dylan Asonganyi following his release from MK Dons. The forward, who worked under U’s boss Karl Robinson during his time in Buckinghamshire, was on trial with Oxford during their pre-season training camp in Wales last week, and has been handed a one-year contract.
Oxford United Sign Dylan Asonganyi From MK Dons
Highly-Rated Youngster
Asonganyi spent ten years with MK, but only managed ten appearances for the club. He made the first-team squad as a 16-year-old but only made his debut two years later. He was released in the summer after a string of injuries during his tenure.
However, the youngster had previously been linked with a number of Premier League clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester United, and Robinson believes he will be a good fit for the U’s.
Robinson and Asonganyi Both Delighted With the Move
Speaking to the clubs’ official website, Robinson said: “He is very talented. As a kid, there were a lot of clubs looking at him but he suffered an injury and then maybe hasn’t had the opportunities which he would have liked.
“So we took a look and he pushed himself in every session, clearly has a desire and we think he will come here determined to show what he can truly do.”
Asonganyi added: “The Gaffer and all the staff have been amazing with me. It was good to get to know everyone over the last week and it’s a very ambitious club where I want to come in, settle down and play my football again. I feel fit and strong and I can’t wait to get started.”
Fifth Summer Signing
Asonganyi becomes Karl Robinson’s fifth summer signing. He follows Joel Cooper, Matty Taylor, Sean Clare and Marcus McGuane to the League One side.
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