Oldham Athletic have extended the loan deal for young Stoke City defender David Okagbue.

The 18-year-old has impressed in his first taste of senior football, and was named the sponsors’ man of the match on his debut at home to Chesterfield earlier this month.

Okagbue had initially signed a youth loan until September 28, which would have originally included five fixtures, but the trip to Boreham Wood was postponed along with football at all levels following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and the defender’s call-up to Republic of Ireland Under 19s squad meant he missed Saturday’s game at Bromley.

Okagbue has been on international duty since Unsworth’s appointment at Boundary Park, and the new boss is eager to have the youngster back in the fold.

“I’m looking forward to working with David. I’ve heard lots about him and I have seen a few videos of his performances, but everyone starts with a clean slate for me and I am keen to form my own opinions about David and all of the players,” said Unsworth, who also has Harry Vaughan available following his stint with Ireland’s U19s.

“I’m looking forward to working with Harry. I know he’s a fans’ favourite.

“Both the lads have come back with a clean bill of health.”