Togo's Akakpo dreams of Premier League move

Mohamad Mosselhi , Sunday 20 Jan 2013

Togo skipper Serge Akakpo is hoping to impress at the Africa Cup of Nations in order to secure a 'dream move' to the English Premier League

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Togo defender Serge Akakpo (Photo: Reuters)

Togo's defender Serge Akakpo said on Sunday he dreams to earn a move to the Premier League, which he described as 'the best competition in the world'.

The 25-year-old, who plays for Slovak side MSK Zilina, also said he would do his best with Togo in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations to secure that move.

"England today has the best championship in the world. Playing there is my dream," he told the Sunday Times.

Togo will open their Nations Cup campaign on Tuesday when the face Ivory Coast in Group D opener.

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