Oggy’s hopes

By Dave Langton

Angelo Ogbonna is desperate to get a good pre-season under his belt as he bids to prove his worth once again.

The defender is nearing a return to full fitness and is set to return to training ahead of the 2022/23 season.

Oggy may be 34 but he was exceptional at points last season before his injury, rupturing his cruciate ligament in that famous 3-2 win over Liverpool.

He was second only to Kurt Zouma in the squad’s defensive hierarchy and he is poised to sign a new contract as a reward for his loyalty and his performances prior to his injury.

Now, he is desperate to play significant minutes throughout pre-season as he looks to return to the level he managed to reach last season.

He will have more competition this season after Nayef Aguerd was signed from Rennes but Moyes remains a huge fan of the Italian and if he can show his worth, he will undoubtedly be given a chance.