Brentford signed Benjamin Arthur this window amidst plenty of interest from other Premier League clubs, Peterborough United were happy with the deal.
The teenager is playing for the B team alongside fellow new signing, Romeo Beckham.
Thomas Frank’s side spent almost £1 million on the young centre back.
The teenager who has featured regularly for the various Posh youth sides.
He has won the Professional Development League Cup and the David Joyce Cup.
The England under 18s squad member comes with plenty of esteem and interest.
Darragh MacAnthony, Peterborough chairman, has praised the way Brentford went about making the signing.
What has Darragh MacAnthony said about Benjamin Arthur?
Talking on his podcast, Hard Truth, praise has been heaped on the youngster and the Premier League outfit.
On his former player, he said: “His England manager called Benji the best centre-back of his age and that sparked interest from the entire Premier League.”
The chief was surprised at the level of interest: “Even my Liverpool, who never come to our games, started watching our under 21s.”
Liverpool clearly had interest but it was the Bees that won the race.
On Frank’s side, MacAnthony said: “Brentford were brilliant to deal with when they made their offer.
“They knew what I wanted in terms of a fee and some add ons and they respected us and paid it.
“They paid no notice to some headlines suggesting we were struggling financially.”
This is the kind of praise all fans want to hear, they also come away with Arthur for good measure.
A young centre back to look out for in the future. All Bee’s fans will hope to see him plenty in the future.