Transfer Update: Josh Mullins Joins Wealdstone
Wealdstone, a National League club based in London, has made an exciting move by signing Watford defender Josh Mullins on loan for a month. The 20-year-old player is known to have captained the Under-21s last season but faced challenges when his team was disbanded earlier this summer.
Background and Training
Mullins had been training with Wealdstone and participated in pre-season friendlies, impressing enough for the club to secure a formal loan deal. His performance during these matches convinced Gary Waddock, the manager of Wealdstone, that he should be given an opportunity at the fifth-tier level.
Manager's Statement
In a statement, Gary Waddock expressed his happiness with the signing: 'Josh has done very well in the time he’s been with us, so we’re really happy to get this across the line. We’re grateful to Watford for working with us on this loan.' He continued, emphasizing the importance of having access to players from higher levels and highlighted the positive relationships within the coaching staff.
Career Details
Josh Mullins has never played for the first team but was named as a substitute in five Championship matches last season. His contract is set to run until the end of the 2026/27 campaign, with an option for an additional year. Prior to his move to Watford, he had previously played 20 matches for Bedford Town in the National League North.
Future Prospects
With this loan deal, Mullins is now set to experience the highest level of non-league football. Wealdstone hopes that this opportunity will help him grow as a player and gain valuable experience at a lower league club.
