Millwall sign Premier League winger ahead of Leeds United FA Cup tie
Leeds United's forthcoming FA Cup opponents Millwall have signed Brighton and Hove Albion winger Benicio Baker-Boaiteyfor an undisclosed fee.
The 21-year-old becomes the Lions' sixth January signing, with the player putting pen-to-paper on a "long-term contract" at The Den. The England youth international progressed through the academy at Portuguese giants Porto before moving to Brighton in 2022.
Baker spent time on loan at Port Vale in the first half of this season, making 14 appearances for the League Two promotion candidates. "We're delighted to welcome Benicio Baker to Millwall - we see him as an exciting prospect for the club," said Director of Football, Steve Gallen.
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"Another England youth international, Benicio ticks a number of boxes we're looking to recruit for at his young age of 21. He is an exciting winger who will add plenty of pace and skill to the squad, which will get fans off their seats.
"Benicio has already gained some key experience in the Premier League with Brighton & Hove Albion, as well as testing himself out on loan in League Two with Port Vale.
"He'll link up with Alex Neil and the first-team squad immediately which, like Ajay Matthews, will be hugely beneficial to his development. We look forwward to seeing what he can add to the club."
The Lions, managed by Alex Neil, have climbed up to 13th in the Championship following three successive wins. They set up a fourth round tie with the Whites after brushing aside Dagenham and Redbridge 3-0 last month.