Newcastle's prodigy forward believes he is improving since a £10m summer move
- Starting for the 1st time for Newcastle, William Osula looked like a brilliant prospect for the club's future.
- Newcastle's prodigy forward believes he is improving since a £10m summer move.
Newcastle United, with a 1-0 win in the Carabao Cup 3rd round fixture, has advanced to the Round of 16 of the tournament. Although the 1-0 scoreline feels a bit inferior given the performance the unit had delivered against Manchester City, Eddie Howe would be much happier for the win, having made eight changes in his starting lineup for this fixture.
Newcastle's prodigy forward believes he is improving since a £10m summer move
Apart from the three starters, Fabian Schar, Joelinton, and Harvey Barnes, Howe decided to start with young talents against Wimbledon. One such case was of 21-year-old Danish prodigy William Osula, who, after completing a £10 million summer move from Sheffield, marked his first start for the Magpies in the fixture.
Even though Osula couldn't register his name on the scoreline on his debut start, the forward showcased the required talent, which could be of great utilization for Magpies' future projects. Despite being a bit off sometimes, the Danish prodigy tried his best, fancying chances to contribute to his team. Making pacy runs on chances and trying his best to remain perfectly positioned, the forward has shown why Eddie Howe has high hopes for him.
Rightfully speaking after the fixture, William Osula mentioned that he believes he is improving day by day, acknowledging Newcastle's top training facilities. Osula mentioned,
""Yeah, I’m improving. The training is great; it’s top training. Every day is 100% getting better. Take every day as it comes and try to improve constantly and get better.”"
- William Osula
Moreover, the forward also seemed pretty happy about the playing opportunity in the Carabao fixture, believing he is getting accustomed to Newcastle's play style. Osula remarked,
"“I’ve been getting used to the playing style and the way we play football here. I’m very happy with the training; I’m training well and happy to get my opportunity today.”"
- William Osula
Newcastle United advances to the R16 of the Carabao Cup by a 1-0 win against Wimbledon. dark. Next. Newcastle United advances to the R16 of the Carabao Cup by a 1-0 win against Wimbledon
As of now, it is certain that despite not being a readymade player, William Osula possesses the talent to make it to the very top with consistency and hard work. Newcastle United, having the hold of such a brilliant forward prospect, would hope to help him grow into the role, who then could be crucial to the club for significant years to come.
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