Official : Chelsea Striker Ugbo Joins Cercle Brugge On Loan With An Option To Buy

Published: August 18, 2020

With a statement on their official website, Belgian First Division A side Cercle Brugge have confirmed the signing of Nigeria-eligible striker Ike Ugbo from Chelsea.

The former England U17 international has joined Cercle Brugge on a season-long loan with an option to buy included into the deal.

This will be his fifth loan spell in three years, having previously played for Scunthorpe United, Milton Keynes Dons, Barnsley and Roda JC.

Commenting on his new signing from Chelsea, Chairman Vincent Goemaere told the club's official website : "With the arrival of Ike Ugbo we are strengthening our line of attack in a targeted manner.

"Ugbo is a sturdy, strong striker who easily found his way to goal last season when he was loaned out to Roda JC.

"That he did not disappoint he can this display this season at Cercle. Welcome Ike! "

Last season, Ugbo registered his name on the scoresheet 13 times in 28 Keuken Kampioen Divisie matches.

Chelsea have informed via their official website that he extended his contract with the club before heading to Cercle Brugge on loan.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel

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