Dundee United have completed the signing of midfielder Richard Odada from Major League Soccer Franchise Philadelphia Union for an undisclosed fee.
Odada has signed a two-year deal with the Scottish giants, which will keep him at the club until 2026, with a club-held option of an additional year, meaning he could remain with The Terrors until 2027.
Dundee United Confirm Signing Of Richard Odada
Confirming the acquisition of Richard Odada, Dundee United put out a lengthy statement on their website which partly read:
“Dundee United are delighted to announce the signing of Richard Odada from MLS Eastern Conference side Philadelphia Union on a permanent transfer.”
Moreover, the deal is subject to both international and Scottish Football Association clearance.
Odada becomes Dundee United’s 9th signing this summer, having already secured the services of Ryan Strain, Kristijan Trapanovski, David Babunski, Will Ferry, Vicko Sevelj, Dave Richards, and Jort van der Sande.
The Scottish club also acquired goalkeeper Jack Walton on loan from Championship side Luton Town.
Dundee United won the 2023/24 Scottish Championship, finishing at the summit of the log with 75 points from 36 matches.
Their stellar display in the second division earned them promotion to the Scottish Premiership, where they will be competing amongst the top teams in Scotland.
It will be fascinating to see how they fare in the coming season under the stewardship of Irish tactician Jim Goodwin.
Who Is Richard Odada?
He is a Kenyan professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Scottish Premiership side Dundee United, and the Kenya national team.
Richard Odada’s Personal Information?
The 23-year-old was born on November 25, 2000, in Nairobi, Kenya. He attended Nakeel Primary School, where his love for football became evident at a tender age.
Former Kenya national team captain, Victor Wanyama was his role model growing up.
Wanyama, who currently plays for MLS side CF Montreal, is the only Kenyan to have played in the English Premier League.
Meanwhile, apart from Victor Wanyama, he watches Manchester United’s midfielder Scott McTominay keenly and he is said to be motivated by the Scotman’s work ethic.
He hasn’t shared any information regarding his family and as such it isn’t available to the public.
Richard Odada’s Market Value And Net Worth?
His market value according to Transfermkt is €300,000, while Odada’s net worth is estimated to be between the region of €200,000 – €500,000.
Richard Odada Career Stats?
The Kenyan has made 76 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 4 goals and providing 4 assists across all competitions.
Internationally, Richard Odada has made 17 appearances for Kenya, scoring 1 goal and providing no assists.
His Position?
The former Red Star Belgrade man can be utilized in the central midfield and defensive midfield department.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
Odada has played for several clubs in his career, including; Red Star Belgrade, Graficar, Metalac, Philadelphia Union and Aalborg BK.
Richard Odada Achievements?
The 23-year-old has won just two major titles in his professional football career, namely; 1 Serbian league title and 1 Serbian Cup.
