Albion sign wing prospect

Brighton & Hove Albion have signed wing prospect Joe Ward on a development contract from Chelmsford City for an undisclosed fee.
Albion's new signing Joe Ward. Picture by Paul HazlewoodAlbion's new signing Joe Ward. Picture by Paul Hazlewood
Albion's new signing Joe Ward. Picture by Paul Hazlewood

The 19-year-old wide player joins from the Conference South club and will link up with Simon Rusk’s under-21 squad for pre-season training at the end of June.

Ward struck ten goals in 44 appearances for Chelmsford last season, and his form earned him a two-match trial with Albion’s under-21.

Having impressed during his time on trial, Albion subsequently agreed terms with Chelmsford and the player; he signed at the Amex yesterday afternoon following a medical.

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