Slavisa Jokanovic
Sheffield United youngster Sydie Peck says he is delighted to sign for Sheffield United. The promising youngster has made the switch from Arsenal to Bramall Lane and was one of 10 youngsters who have been handed scholarships for the new season. Peck, a talented midfielder with an excellent range of passing, loves to get on the ball and dictate play. He has also represented Wales at under 18 level.
Sydie Peck said: “I am delighted to have signed a long-term deal with Sheffield United, can’t wait to see what the future holds. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone at Arsenal football club for my development over the last 11 years. Due to certain circumstances that unfolded I have decided to leave. I wouldn’t be where I am today without the support and guidance from everyone at the club, and all the coaches and medical team who have played an important role in my development over the years and especially making it a brilliant journey for me, which has made me a better person and a better player. I wish everyone at the club the best for the future. I’m excited for what the future holds.”
Also putting pen to paper on United deals are young striker Will Lankshear, who also joins from the Gunners, and Owen Hampson, who arrived from Manchester United in January. They join United’s own under 16s Johnny Oluleye, Levis Pitan, Luke Faxon, Sai Sachdev, Charlie Staniland and George Dickinson, the latter three of whom all made their under 18s debuts last season. Ben Drake, who joined the club on trial last season, has also signed a scholarship,
Head of Academy Jack Lester said: “We’ve had some talented players coming through on their journey with the club from within and Steve Holmes has done a great job of recruiting some players externally from elsewhere. Those players have fitted in really well and we’re really excited about the group this season.”
