Italy in destiny? Can be. In the market everything is possible but certainly the path of Daniel Oyegoke could lead to Italy. The Hearts defender could land in our football. Initially in the sights of Lecce, he is now monitored by Hellas Verona who not only have entered into competition with the Salento team but are attempting a sensational overtaking. A duel to be seen and which will therefore not be limited to the pitch with both teams engaged in the fight not to be relegated.
Arsenal School
A right-back with a lot of leg, he grew up in Arsenal’s youth system before moving to Brentford in 2021. Between 2022 and 2024 he then spent two seasons on loan in the English fourth tier at MK Dons and Bradford City respectively where he made 13 and 24 appearances. Finally, the move to Scotland with the grenade shirt for an important and formative experience that is helping the boy grow.
Between Hearts and the national team
In fact, in Scotland the boy played 26 matches between the various competitions with a goal scored in the championship against St. Mirren. In the national team he went through the entire process, from Under 16 to Under 20 where he now plays and where he also scored his first goal.