Son of former Super Eagles defender impressing on trial at West Brom 

Ruben Shakpoke, the son of former Super Eagles fullback Jero Shakpoke, is impressing on trial at Championship club West Brom, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.

The striker is looking for a new club following his release by Aston Villa at the end of the 2022-2023 campaign.

Shakpoke is training with the Baggies as he aims to bag a contract after a disappointing spell at Villa Park, where his appearances were limited by injuries. 

The Anglo-Nigerian player did not make a first team appearance during his time at Aston Villa and only played in fourteen matches combined in the U18 Premier League and Premier League 2.

The 19-year-old was involved in West Brom's Premier League 2 opener against his former club Aston Villa, helping them record a 3-0 win, and also started Monday's six-goal thriller against Blackburn Rovers. 

Shakpoke's 43rd minute goal ensured West Brom went into the break level at 2-2 after keeping his composure to score from close range.

Wearing the number 9 jersey, Shakpoke made way for Layton Love at the start of the second half. 

Before joining Aston Villa on scholarship terms in 2020, he was a schoolboy at Norwich City.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel 

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