New signing was pushed towards London Road by two former Peterborough United players
New signing Michael Olakigbe was pushed towards London Road by a pair of old Peterborough United players.
The 19 year-old winger moved to Posh on loan from Premier League Brentford for the rest of the season yesterday.
Olakigbe confirmed he took advice from Brentford’s star man, and former Posh striker, Ivan Toney before choosing Posh ahead of other interested clubs.
And Olakigbe was accompanied to his new club by agent Danny Blanchett, who played for Posh 17 years ago. Current Posh boss Darren Ferguson signed Blanchett from Cambridge City in 2007 and the left-back went on to make nine appearances, scoring one goal.
"I had a few options when the chance came to go on loan,” Olakigbe. “And I spoke to Ivan about Peterborough and he told me I would be playing for a top manager who would help to develop my game.
"Danny also told me good things about the club. He had some good times here as well.
"I have no doubts I’ve made the right choice. Their style of play should suit me more than other clubs I could have joined. I like to get at defenders and I can’t wait to show what I have got.
"Peterborough are a top, forward-thinking club who are pushing for promotion so there should be some big games coming up. There’s also the chance to play at Wembley and these are the sort of games you remember for the rest of your life."
Olakigbe joined the Brentford B team from Fulham in 2022, but his rise through the ranks has been dramatic. He has made 12 appearances for the Brentford first team this season, including eight as a substitute in Premier League matches.
"Brentford are also a forward thinking club,” Olakigbe added. “But I have no doubt making this move will help develop my game, my experience and my character.”
Olakigbe can expect to make his Posh debut in Saturday’s League One game with Wigan Athletic on Saturday.
He is eligible for the EFL Trophy as Brentford did not enter the competition.