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Teenage Forward Kayode Peterkin Signs New Deal with Charlton

Promising Nigerian forward Kayode Peterkin has signed a new deal with League One club Charlton Athletic ahead of the 2025–2026 season. The teenager, who has already put pen to paper, will be part of the club’s new intake of academy scholars. His new contract will keep him at Charlton until the end of the 2026–2027 season.

Peterkin will be promoted to Charlton’s U18s next season and will be eligible to feature in the Professional Development League, FA Youth Cup, and Professional Development League Cup. He also qualifies to be registered in Charlton’s English Football League squad as a scholar.

The young striker made his competitive debut for Charlton’s U18s while still a schoolboy, scoring in a 3-2 loss to Stevenage in the Professional Development League Cup last October. Charlton’s academy has a strong history of developing Nigerian talents, including Super Eagles stars Ademola Lookman and Semi Ajayi.

Editorial

Kayode Peterkin’s decision to commit his future to Charlton Athletic is not just a step forward for the young it’s a significant move for Nigerian football talent abroad. Charlton’s academy has a proven track record of developing Nigerian stars like Ademola Lookman and Semi Ajayi, who both progressed from the Addicks’ youth setup to international stardom.

Peterkin’s early debut and immediate impact reflect his potential to follow in their footsteps. His new contract also signals Charlton’s belief in his abilities. With opportunities in the Professional Development League, the FA Youth Cup, and beyond, Peterkin has the platform to grow and refine his skills. For Nigeria, this is one more name to watch closely.

The journey from academy to first-team football is challenging, but Peterkin seems poised to take it one goal at a time. The stage is set, and his future looks bright.

Did You Know?

1. Charlton Athletic’s academy produced former Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman, who now plays for Atalanta in Serie A.
2. Kayode Peterkin scored on his debut for Charlton’s U18 side in a Professional Development League Cup match against Stevenage.
3. Peterkin’s new deal includes participation in the FA Youth Cup, a tournament where many Premier League stars first made their names.
4. Former Nigeria international Danny Uchechi is also a product of the Charlton academy.
5. Peterkin is eligible for both England and Nigeria but is yet to commit his international future.