Bio

Brian Okonkwo joined Leamington on an initial one-month loan in September 2026, which was then extended into November after a successful first few games.

Albion signed goalkeeper Brian Okonkwo on a one-year deal following a successful trial period in September 2025. He then penned a two-year extension in the summer of 2026.

A member of Arsenal's academy from the age of 12, Brian enjoyed loan spells at Hitchin Town, Leatherhead, and Cheshunt as an under-18, before returning to Hitchin in May 2025 towards the end of his scholarship with the Gunners.

The 6ft 5in shot-stopper, who signed a two-year extension in the summer of 2026, featured nine times in the PL2 team in his debut season.

He also played a pivotal role in getting the U21s into the semi-final of the PL Cup, while also exhibiting his skill set against international opposition in the PL International Cup - where his shot-stopping abilities at crucial moments kept Albion's young pros in contests against high-calibre opposition.

In 2026/27, Okonkwo made five appearances in his first month with Leamington, earning an extension to that loan.