Draft:Franco Umeh

Franco Umeh-Chibueze (born 26 February 2005) is an Irish professional footballer who plays for Crystal Palace. He is a Republic of Ireland youth international.

Club career
He was at Cork City F.C. and signed a professional contract with a €75,000 release clause in 2022. That year, he made his senior debut for the club as a 17-year-old in June 2022 against Longford Town. He joined Crystal Palace in January 2023. He was part of the Crystal Palace U21 side which won the Premier League International Cup with a 1-0 win over Jong PSV in May 2024.

International career
He is a A Republic of Ireland U19 international.

Personal life
His brother Jaden Umeh plays for Cork City FC.