Weight 62 kg | Number 28 Height 1.65 m | |
Full name Benjamin Michael Whitfield Date of birth (1996-02-28) 28 February 1996 (age 21) Playing position Profiles | ||
Benjamin Michael Whitfield (born 28 February 1996) is an English professional footballer who plays for Yeovil Town on loan from Bournemouth.
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Guiseley
Whitfield was part of the Bradford City academy until the age of 16, upon his release from Bradford's youth system Whitfield joined the Silsden under-19 side, before signing for the Guiseley academy. On 3 December 2013, Whitfield made his debut for Guiseley against Selby Town, in the West Riding County Cup.
Bournemouth
In January 2014, Whitfield signed for Football League Championship side Bournemouth on an 18-month contract.
Kiddiminster Harriers loan
On 12 October 2015, Whitfield joined National League side Kidderminster Harriers on loan. He made a goalscoring debut the following day for Kidderminster in a 2–2 draw against Altrincham. Whitfield scored six goals in thirty-one appearances whilst on loan for Kidderminster but couldn't help them avoid relegation, his performances were rewarded with the Player of the Year and the Supporters Player of the Year awards.
Yeovil Town loan
On 25 August 2016, Whitfield joined Football League Two side Yeovil Town on loan until January 2017. On 27 August 2016, Whitfield made his Football League debut as a second-half substitute against Doncaster Rovers. He scored his first goal for Yeovil against Stevenage on 12 November 2016. On 5 January 2017, Whitfield and his fellow Bournemouth loanee Matt Butcher's loans were extended until the end of the season.