Crawley Town duo head for Whitehawk in double loan deal
Two young Crawley Town players have gone on loan to Isthmian League Whitehawk to gain match experience.
The club said on Thursday afternoon: “Crawley Town Football Club is pleased to c onfirm that Jude Robertson and Fate Kotey have both signed loan deals with Whitehawk FC, which will see them feature for the Hawks until the end of May.”
Robertson, a midfielder, joined the club on his 17th birthday last summer, after a successful trial period throughout pre-season.
Having previously had spells with Aveley and Ipswich, his performances and attitude impressed manager Scott Lindsey, and the youngster was rewarded with his first professional contract. He scored twice in a friendly win over Dagenham and Redbridge.
Winger Kotey also joined last summer after a successful trial period with the Red Devils.
The former Spurs and Fulham academy player, 18, impressed Lindsey during his brief trial with the club, which saw him make an impressive cameo against Crystal Palace in the second half.
The loan moves are a boost to Whitehawk, who under veteran manager Shaun Saunders sill have hopes of pushing for an Isthmian premier division play-off place.
The Crawley outgoings come in a busy January transfer window for the Reds, who have already brought in eight new faces,