David Wilson-Turner

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[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Burton Albion Recruitment Document - Season 2026-27

Take a look below at my Burton Albion Recruitment Document for the Summer 2026-27 Transfer Window!

Featuring:
👤 36 players
📝 6000+ words

https://t.co/dDGTmRuLKD

RTs and Shares greatly appreciated

#TheBrewers | #BAFC

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

No surprise to see Alex move back down to the South West, following 12 months in the Midlands.

Shame to see him leave, as I thought he was very dependable and added much needed strength to our LCB role last season.

Good luck Alex!

#PAFC #BAFC

[Plymouth Argyle FC @Argyle]

We are delighted to announce the signing of defender Alex Hartridge on a two-year deal, following his departure from Burton Albion 👊

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

@KieranBCAFC Blackpool fans suggested he worked hard, but wasn’t much good outside of that due to lack of goals with them.

Whilst we saw someone who worked hardx stayed fit pretty much all season (missed 1 game) and contributed to the team with 20 goal contributions across the season.

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Shame to see Jake leave the club, but it is all part of the process. Brought a striker to the club who had a tag attached to him that he has spent this season removing.

Been a top addition for us, and wish him all the best. Work-rate phenomenal, and has added goals to his game.

[Burton Albion FC @burtonalbionfc]

Striker Jake Beesley will complete a move to Bradford City for an undisclosed fee upon the opening of the summer transfer window.

The 29-year-old netted 13 goals in all competitions last season, winning the Players’ Player of the Year award.

Men's First Team Head Coach Gary Bowyer: "Last summer we recruited a player who we believed was a top striker in League One and needed the opportunity to show it. He was brought in to provide experience, goals and hunger to the team and he has done exactly that."

Sporting Director Richard Dorman: "We will continue to reinvest the transfer profit into our club, stadium and First Team playing squad to move towards building a stronger and sustainable club in the future.”

We'd like to wish Jake the best for the future. #TheBrewers

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

@Dan26834978 His work rate is phenomenal, one of the best I’ve seen at Albion. We found he worked better as part of a 2, but got plenty of service from wide areas, which is where he found most success.

20 goal contributions from 17th isn’t something to be sniffed at, and should do well.

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Balls.

Big loss for #BAFC, with the work-rate, goals and general love from Bowyer, Beesley was a huge part of the squad last season.

JDB in 2024-25, Beesley in 2025-26, I wonder who Gary will pluck out this summer?

[eflpublished @eflpublished]

Bradford City are reportedly set to beat Stockport County in the race to sign striker Jake Beesley (29) from Burton Albion 🐔 Via | @reluctantnicko

It is believed that this deal will end the club’s interest in Preston North End striker Michael Smith ⛔️

#BCAFC | #BAFC

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

@burkeybcfc He gets a lot of chances, and inevitably puts the ball in the net with enough service. Hold-up play and work rate is excellent.

I’m unsure on what system you play regularly, but he has tended to find most success as part of a front 2 with us, with service from WBs.

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Gutted that we haven’t been able to keep hold of Alex, although it was probably expected, given he only signed a 12-month deal initially.

Could see him moving back to the South West, maybe a return to Exeter on the cards?

Good luck, Alex!

#BAFC

[Burton Albion FC @burtonalbionfc]

We can confirm that Alex Hartridge has left Burton Albion following the expiry of his contract.

Everyone at #TheBrewers would like to thank Alex for his efforts this past season, and wish him all the best in the future.

[Burton Albion FC @burtonalbionfc]

Our partnership with @admiral1914 has officially begun! #TheBrewers

[Burton Albion FC @burtonalbionfc]

We will head to Northern Premier League side Alfreton Town in pre-season, a 2pm kick-off on Saturday 11 July.

#TheBrewers 🍺 #BurtonAlbionFC

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

@StevenageFC PTSD @Jake_Tonge98?

The BIGGEST season! @FarleySFC94 🤩

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Bold but sensible. Initial thoughts saw myself question the appointment, but then you look further and see that Cohen and Shaw would have been big reasons behind the success of the Imps last season.

Smart to stick with the continuity of familiar coaching staff.

#WeAreImps

[Lincoln City FC 🇺🇦 @LincolnCity_FC]

🤝 Chris Cohen and Tom Shaw have been appointed head coaches of the Imps.

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Skubala’s influence on #WeAreImps over his tenure has been incredible. 103 points achieved in a single campaign is unattainable for most clubs that will ever play at this level

As an outsider, it’s a shame that we won’t get to see what he would have done at the Imps next season

[Lincoln City FC 🇺🇦 @LincolnCity_FC]

ℹ️ Michael Skubala has left the club after two-and-a-half years to join Bristol City as their new head coach.

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Tom has done a great job in progressing the club off the field, it’s such a shame we have to see his tenure end so soon, after he has been part of such big projects at other clubs also.

Good luck in your future roles Tom!

#BAFC

[Burton Albion FC @burtonalbionfc]

We can confirm that #TheBrewers Chief Operating Officer Tom Mahon will leave his role at the end of July, to take up a role outside of football, closer to home in Manchester.

"I have absolutely loved my time at Burton Albion. To be a part of the club during our 75th anniversary, getting to know the fans, club partners and the people in the town has been a real privilege."

Read the full update from Tom, as well as plans to install a CEO online now.

Full Story 📰 https://t.co/UjY9j5AWwu

[Burton Albion FC @burtonalbionfc]

We can confirm that #TheBrewers Chief Operating Officer Tom Mahon will leave his role at the end of July, to take up a role outside of football, closer to home in Manchester.

"I have absolutely loved my time at Burton Albion. To be a part of the club during our 75th anniversary, getting to know the fans, club partners and the people in the town has been a real privilege."

Read the full update from Tom, as well as plans to install a CEO online now.

Full Story 📰 https://t.co/UjY9j5AWwu

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

@FOOTYBRO_FC I have a feeling that’s going to be our Boxing Day away trip

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

League One is confirmed!

First visits in league football to Bromley and Leicester City, just the one South West trip to Argyle, and some tasty fixtures to come too!

Reckon we will start away this time out, given we’ve been at home the last couple of seasons!

#BAFC

[The92Bible @The92Bible]

2026/27 League One Map 🗺️

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

@FutbologyApp @SkyBetLeagueOne ⚽️ @Official_NCFC 3-0 @SalfordCityFC
🏟 Wembley Stadium
🏆 League Two Play-Off Final
🥅 32’ 45’ 70’ - N/A
🎟 £33

🗓 Monday 25th May

2025-26 Game No. 121
Match No. 1480
Ground No. N/A (28th Visit)

#groundhopping #football #groundhopper

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

🏟️

2025-26 Season: A 🧵

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

⚽️ @OfficialBWFC 4-1 @StockportCounty
🏟 Wembley Stadium
🏆 League One Play-Off Final
🥅 3’ 64’ 81’ 90+4’ - 29’
🎟 £62
🚗 262 Miles (12510 Miles)

🗓 Sunday 24th May

2025-26 Game No. 120
Match No. 1479
Ground No. N/A (27th Visit)

#groundhopping #football #groundhopper

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Congratulations Notts County!

A result that never felt in doubt across the 90 minutes. Much the dominant team, Salford poor. Another very convincing play-off final victory this weekend!

[Notts County FC (P) @Official_NCFC]

THE FINAL WHISTLE GOES!

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

Notts well on top after a very edgy opening quarter of the first half. Jodi Jones with a delightful assist for Jatta, before an unusual set piece routine put Notts further ahead.

Salford lacking any sort of threat in the attacking third so far, and have been really disappointing

[Notts County FC (P) @Official_NCFC]

In the ascendancy.

[David Wilson-Turner @davidwt1997]

📍 Wembley Stadium

Take 2 of the Wembley weekender sees the League Two Play-Off final find a winner between Notts County and Salford.

Down to the bottom tier today with the Notts fans, and I think they will join us in League One next year!

#EFLPlayOffs