Two former and one current LFE apprentice(s) have signed professional contracts with Accrington Stanley.
Defender Josh Smith and midfielder Charlie Hall were both part of the 2022 – 2024 apprenticeship cohort, while striker Anjola Popoola is set to embark on the second-year of his apprenticeship.
After putting pen-to-paper, all three players expressed their delight at turning pro.
Josh Smith said: “I’ve been working incredibly hard for this moment. Anyone close to me knows the work that’s gone into this, so I’m just delighted to finally to say I’m a professional footballer and it’s now time to kick on.”
Charlie Hall said: “It’s massive. It’s a very proud moment for me and my family. It’s something that I’ve been looking forward to all my life really and I’m just buzzing.”
Finally, Anjola Popoola added: “It’s really exciting. I can’t wait to get started to be honest, that’s the main feeling.”
