Revolution sign Ugandan teenager Allan Oyirwoth

The New England Revolution signed 17-year-old Ugandan midfielder Allan Oyirwoth on Wednesday.

The deal takes effect on his 18th birthday on Jan. 23 and runs through 2028 with a club option for 2029.

Oyirwoth already has earned two caps for Uganda's senior national team.

"Allan Oyirwoth is one of the top prospects out of Uganda and a very promising young midfielder," Revolution sporting director Curt Onalfo said. "We are excited to get Allan into our high-potential training environment in New England and help him fulfill his potential."