Promising Nigerian teenager, Benjamin Chiemela Fredrick has agreed a loan deal with English side Brentford B, a move subject to international clearance.

Announcing Benjamin officially on their website yesterday, Brentford stated:

“We are pleased to announce the signing of Benjamin Fredrick on loan from Simoiben FC until the end of the 2023/24 season. The move is subject to international clearance.”

In recent seasons, the 18-year-old defender gained valuable experience with Nigerian clubs like ABS and Nasawara United. Now, he’s set to embark on the next phase of his development in west London under the guidance of Neil MacFarlane.

According to Neil: “Benjamin is a player who has been identified by our recruitment department and he’s a real prospect having impressed for Nigeria in recent tournaments.”

Fredrick participated in every minute of his Nigeria’s journey to secure a third-place finish at the Under-20 Afcon in Egypt in March. Additionally, he made a strong impression as Nigeria advanced to the quarter-finals of the Under-20 World Cup in Argentina in June.

“Brentford B, established in 2016, do not participate in a formal league; instead, they compete in cup tournaments and schedule friendly matches.”