Local-born Lewis Beckford has been with the Academy since Under-9s, signing Scholarship terms ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. He is a gifted, left-footed midfielder, who displays superb close control, great balance and high technical ability.

After a handful of substitute appearances, Beckford made his full debut for the U18s in a 2-2 Premier League south draw at home to Fulham in March 2025.