Ireland’s Chiedozie Ogbene joins Ipswich from Luton

Chiedozie Ogbene has completed a move to Premier League newcomers Ipswich Town for an undisclosed fee.

The 27-year-old Republic of Ireland international, who scored four times in 30 appearances for the Luton Town in last season’s top flight, has signed a four-year contract.

Ogbene told Town TV: “I’m very excited and feel lucky to have this opportunity to play in the Premier League again.

“It’s an opportunity I had to grab with both hands and I can’t wait to be involved as soon as possible.”

Ogbene began his career with Cork City and Limerick before spells at Brentford, Rotherham and Luton.

He added: “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.”

Ogbene will team up with his fellow Ireland internationals Sammie Szmodics and Dara O’Shea at Portman Road, after the latter joined from Burnley at the weekend.