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FC Dynamo Kyiv have signed a 5-year contract with a Nigerian striker Emmanuel Okoduwa. Emmanuel became one of the first Dynamo's signings of the summer. The transfer had been carried out at the instance of Dynamo head coach Yuriy Semin who repeatedly viewed Okoduwa's performance. Unfortunately Emmanuel still stays in his homeland and has no possibility to join the club in Austria. Dynamo official site correspondent decided to find out the reason of his staying in Nigeria.
- Emmanuel, how did you know about Dynamo’s interest in you and why did you decide to accept the offer?
- I was aware that Dynamo wanted to sign a contract with me for a long time but nothing came of it. When I was offered to join this team again, I agreed immediately because I really wanted to play for this club.
- You had been playing in Ukraine for many years. What was the reason for changing the clubs so often?
- That's football. But I hope to stay in Dynamo for a long period. I’ll do my best to achieve successful results with this team.
- You were playing in Belgium this spring...
- I think it was a very good experience for me to play in this country. The football club I was playing for was located in a beautiful town. Moreover there was a very friendly atmosphere in the team.
- When are you planning to join Dynamo footballers?
- I was training with my national team till July 21st but recently I was attacked by some robbers. They took my car, my documents, my money and some other things.
- It’s terrible. How do you feel now?
- I’m very upset. Now I’m trying to get a new passport. This Monday I went to the embassy of Ukraine in Abuja, but it was closed on holiday. Friday I’m going there again. Anyway it takes time to resolve this problem. The most important thing is to get a visa. I hope my agent will be able to explain everything to Dynamo coaches.
- Are you going to bring your family and relatives to Ukraine?
- Unfortunately, I can’t do it right now. Maybe later.
- Last months you couldn’t play for your national team. What was the reason?
- I couldn’t play because I was injured. But it wasn’t very serious. Now I feel much better.
- What are you planning to achieve in Dynamo?
- I’ll strain every effort to stay in Kiev and play in the 1st team squad, that’s for sure. Besides, I’d like to have a successful performance in the UEFA Champions League and win Ukrainian championship.
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