The Nigerian international sensation Benjamin Fredrick has taken another major step in his burgeoning career as Brentford confirmed that the Super Eagles defender he is now part of the team and has given him a new contract that lasts four years.
The 21-year-old Nigerian player joined Keith Andrews main team for training and agreed to stay with Brentford until 2030, with agreement that can also make the contract five years if they want.
Indeed, this is really a great news for the Nigerian international who started playing football in Kaduna. Now he is, in the Premier League, working hard and playing well in his club and country teams.
Brentford coach Keith Andrews thinks Benjamin Fredrick has what it takes to do well in the main team, he believes the club can achieve things with the young player.
“We’re delighted that Benji has signed a new deal and is going to be part of the group this season because we see a lot of potential in him and where we can bring his game to,” Andrews said.
“He’s already played senior international football and was a big part of Nigeria’s team in their World Cup qualifying campaign.
“Last season, he had a really productive loan in Belgium that was unfortunately cut short due to injury.
“The first port of call for Benji is to integrate into the squad consistently. His last game was the middle of November, so that’s a long time he’s been out through injury.”
Andrews added: “He’s got to come into the first-team space, challenge his team-mates and show the ability and the personality which I know he has.”
