S/Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick signs new Brentford contract, promoted to first team

Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick has committed his future to Premier League club Brentford, signing a new four-year contract. The 21-year-old Nigerian international has also been promoted to the first-team squad for the upcoming 2026/27 season, with the club holding an option for an additional year. Fredrick earned his promotion after a strong performance in Brentford's B team and a successful loan spell with Belgian side FCV Dender. New head coach Keith Andrews expressed his delight, stating, "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 also noted Fredrick's international experience, highlighting his role in Nigeria's World Cup qualifying campaign. The immediate priority for Fredrick is to regain full fitness following a knee injury that concluded his loan spell in Belgium. Andrews emphasized the club's focus on integrating him into the first-team squad once he is match-ready. Fredrick, who began his career in Nigeria with Simoiben Football Academy, Abubakar Bukola Saraki FC, and Nasarawa United, joined Brentford B on loan in 2023. His consistent performances led to a permanent move in 2024 and earned him the Brentford B Players’ Player of the Year award. He has also made his senior debut for the Super Eagles, featuring in World Cup qualifiers and the Unity Cup final.

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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. He’s already played senior international football and was a big part of Nigeria’s team in their World Cup qualifying campaign.