Former Ghana youth star, Clifford Aboagye, remains steadfast in his decision to join Udinese despite encountering challenges during his time with the Italian Serie A club, following a standout performance in the 2013 U-20 World Cup.

Aboagye, who gained prominence with an outstanding showing in the 2013 U-20 World Cup and earned the Bronze Ball, had committed to Udinese before the tournament, limiting his options thereafter.

During an interview on Linus Siaw Nartey’s YouTube channel, Aboagye clarified, “A lot of people didn’t know; I had signed for Udinese before the U20 World Cup, so I didn’t have any choice. After the World Cup, a lot of clubs came after me, but since I signed for Udinese at a tender age, I needed to join them and see what’s next.”

Despite facing challenges adapting to Italian football, Aboagye expressed no regrets, stating, “The Italian football wasn’t my type of game, so I went to Udinese, and they looked at the best option for me, and they said the Spanish football would be good for me.

“Who wouldn’t sign for Udinese at a very young age? So I had that opportunity and had to take it. I wouldn’t say I regret or made a bad decision joining Udinese; it’s part of the process.”

Since departing Udinese, Aboagye has embarked on a diverse career journey, featuring spells in Spain and Mexico. He has worn the jerseys of clubs like Granada, Atlas, Querétaro, Tijuana, and Puebla, showcasing his resilience and adaptability in different football landscapes.