Done deal : Austrian-born Nigerian midfielder joins German club Kickers Offenbach

With a statement on their official website, German Regionalliga Südwest outfit Kickers Offenbach have confirmed the signing of Austrian-born Nigerian defensive midfielder Osarenren Okungbowa.

The 27-year-old, uncapped at international level, is moving to Kickers Offenbach from relegated 3. Liga side VfB Lübeck.

Born in Vienna, Okungbowa spent his formative years as a footballer with the youth teams of SV Hirschstetten, SV Essling, SR Donaufeld Wien and Rapid Vienna.

He has worn the colours of Rapid Vienna, St. Polten and Floridsdorfer AC as a professional.

In his first words after the deal was completed, Okungbowa said : "I am very happy to be able to play at such an emotional club. This is exactly my thing!

"After I was shown the environment and the possibilities, there was no question for me whether I would accept the offer from Kickers Offenbach.

"I want to get fully involved here and be successful with the OFC".

Last season, Okungbowa, who is also comfortable playing as a center-back, appeared in 31 matches in the German third-tier and scored two goals.

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