We are pleased to announce the signing of attacking midfielder Sam Essien.
The 21-year-old arrives at the Microlise New Manor Ground after starting the season at Matlock Town, where he made 26 appearances, scoring twice.
Essien featured against the Robins earlier this season in the Derbyshire Senior Cup and was a fan favourite with our Northern Premier League rivals.
In a career that began at Halifax Town’s academy, Essien made his first-team debut in 2021 at the age of 18, starting for the Shaymen in the West Riding County Cup where he scored in a 3-1 victory over Ilkley Town.
Following a successful six-month loan at Golcar United in 2022 Essien was named ‘young player of the season’ for Golcar and signed for Boston United’s U23s upon the expiration of his loan.
After a short loan spell at Liversedge FC, the young midfielder made the move to Matlock Town in the summer, where he has spent the last eight months.
Welcome to Ilkeston Town, Sam!