Wycombe Wanderers have confirmed the signing of 18-year-old Christie Ward from Non League Brockenhurst.
The teenager has become the club’s third new arrival this summer along with Jasper Pattenden and D’Mani Mellor respectively.
Ward was also part of the highly-regarded Pro Direct Academy, and caught the attention of the Wanderers’ recruitment team during a practice match against Watford Under 23s.
A third summer signing for the #Chairboys!
— Wycombe Wanderers (@wwfcofficial) July 12, 2022
18-year-old Christie Ward joins from Brockenhurst FC.
Welcome, Christie!
His former manager, Brockenhurst boss Pat McManus, said: “We’re incredibly proud of Christie and delighted that he has this opportunity to embark upon his journey as a professional footballer.
“It was evident when he came to the club as a 16-year-old via the Pro Direct Academy that he was destined for bigger and better things.
Christie is at Marlow Road to see the #Chairboys take on Oxford City in tonight's pre-season friendly. pic.twitter.com/cMkmt80mYO
— Wycombe Wanderers (@wwfcofficial) July 12, 2022
"His consistent exceptional performances at this level, which often included some spectacular goals, soon highlighted him as one of the brightest young talents in the South.
“We wish him well and know that he’s now in good hands to develop further and realise his massive potential.”
A Wycombe Wanderers development will take on AFC Bournemouth on July 22 at Brockenhurst’s stadium.
He made his debut for the club in their pre-season match against Oxford City on July 12.
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