Bolu Shofowoke in action for Posh against Luton Town on Good Friday. Photo Joe Dent/theposh.complaceholder image
Bolu Shofowoke in action for Posh against Luton Town on Good Friday. Photo Joe Dent/theposh.com

The best teenage footballers to have played for Peterborough United

It’s fair to say 17 year-old Bolu Shofowoke made a big impression on Peterborough United fans when he appeared in the club’s Easter matches.

One day the speedy striker might break into my top 10 teenagers to play for Posh.

Obviously it’s difficult to compare eras as well as players who performed in different positions, but I’ve had a go.

Among those who just missed out on selection were Jermain Anderson, Martin Samuelsen, Trevor Quow, Joe Newell and Mark Heeley, but then the competition was tough.

Here is my list, in reverse order.

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