U21s midfielder leaves Luton for loan spell with Eagles

Young Luton midfielder Charlie Trustram has headed out on a month’s loan to sign for National League North outfit Bedford Town.

The teenager moved to the Hatters’ academy as an U13, making two FA Youth Cup appearances for the club, and also playing four times for the U21s in the Premier League Cup last season. This term he has played a further five times in the Premier League Cup, scoring in the 2-1 victory over Exeter City U21s back in December.

Trustram was rewarded for his progress by signing a first professional contract at Kenilworth Road in the summer, as academy manager Paul Benson said about the teenager: “Charlie brings technical quality to the side alongside a tremendous work ethic. For a central midfielder his goal contributions have been excellent this season for the U18s, and he has spent a large part of the season with the U21s. He’s improving every day, has a brilliant attitude and desire to be a professional.”

The youngster now heads to an Eagles side who are sitting 18th in the table, and joins up with fellow Luton winger Josh Phillips, who extended his stay at the New Eyrie for a fourth month this week, and we will hope to make his debut in this afternoon’s home game against Southport, a side also battling against relegation.

A statement on the Bedford Town website said: “Highly regarded for his attitude and professionalism, Charlie arrives at The Eyrie with a clear desire to develop and make an impact at senior level. Charlie, who will wear the number 23 shirt for the Eagles, has registered with the club in time for tomorrow's home fixture against Southport. Everyone at Bedford Town would like to welcome Charlie to the club and wish him every success during his time in blue.”