Oxford United have expansded their attacking options by securing the loan signing of striker Dane Scarlett from Tottenham Hotspur for the 2023/24 season.
The 20-year-old forward, who previously made waves as Tottenham’s youngest-ever debutant at just 16, is eager to make an impact at the League One club.
Scarlett spent the first half of last season on loan at Ipswich Town, contributing to their run of back-to-back promotions.
“I’m over the moon to be here and I’m ready to get started,” Scarlett said upon signing.
“The team done really well last season, and I see an opportunity here for myself. Oxford for me was the best option to come and prove myself and show what I can do. I’m a team player that will look to bring goals, and hopefully, we can deliver this season.”
Oxford United’s Head Coach, Des Buckingham, shared his excitement about the new arrival, highlighting Scarlett’s attributes both on and off the pitch.
“Dane is such an exciting young centre-forward and it’s fantastic to bring him into the club,” Buckingham said.
“I always speak about making sure we sign the right profile of player, both in terms of quality on the pitch and attitude off it, and in Dane, we have found that. His pace and intelligence will be important to us both in the way we attack and in the way we press out of possession.”
Scarlett also has experience on the international stage, having been part of the England Under-19 squad that won the European Championships in 2022. He has scored 20 goals across various youth levels for England.