Meet Brighton and Hove Albion’s latest striker signing … an 11-year-old from up the road in East Sussex
He was scouted while playing for Common before successfully completing a trial and receiving his contract.
Dexter, who plays as a striker, has played for Common since his was five years old under the watchful eye of manager/coach Terry Matthews, scoring a hatful of goals and helping his team to success in local tournaments and competitions.
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"Not only is he a fantastic footballer but he is a lovely lad with a great attitude and we wish him the best of luck in the next stage of his football career.”
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