Osi Umenyiora vows to become GM of first London-based NFL franchise

Jim White and Osi Umenyiora meet during NFL 32 Live

Former New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora plans to become the first general manager of a London-based NFL franchise.

With three more NFL games being played in the capital this season, the success of the International Series since its establishment in 2007 has led to talk of a permanent home being established in England for a franchise.

Two-time Pro-Bowler Umenyiora, who was born in London, was drafted by the Giants in 2003 and established himself as one of the league's premiere pass-rushers - breaking the franchise record for most sacks in one game.

Osi Umenyiora is moving to London for six months as an ambassador for the NFL Osi Umenyiora is moving to London for six months as an ambassador for the NFL

After retiring this summer, the 34-year-old is moving back to the UK as an NFL ambassador, but he has his eyes on one day heading up a franchise in his homeland.

Wembley Stadium ahead of the NFL International Series game between San Francisco 49ers and Jacksonville Jaguars in 2014

Speaking to Jim White as part of Sky Sports News HQ's NFL 32 Live, he said the chances of a London-based team were good.

"I'm hoping pretty soon," said Umeyiora. "They have to work out the logistics of everything but I think we should be out there pretty soon - and I will be the first GM of an NFL team in London!

"The NFL has been wonderful for me. I have taken a lot from the NFL. It's time for me to give back."