Danny Shittu will be passing on his knowledge of the game in Sydenham.
WATFORD and Nigeria defender Dan Shittu is bringing his football academy to Sydenham next month.
The former Charlton trainee has committed to working with 72 young people across the capital over the upcoming season in a scheme which will allow them to gain high-level football training and guidance under his supervision.
Bridge Leisure Centre in Kangley Bridge Road, Lower Sydenham, will play host to the south London trials on June 14 and June 28 with the aim of identifying and recruiting talented young players aged between 12 and 17.
It will provide them with the opportunity of expert coaching and a pathway into the professional football industry.
Anyone interested in taking part must register online at dsproroute.com in order to secure a place.
Shittu is looking forward to the prospect of teaching the next generation of potential football stars.
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He will be supervising the programme throughout with his coaches and allowing the camp participants to get to know him and learn from his top-level experiences.
Shittu's entrance in to the world of professional football was no easy task.
After several frustrating months of sending letters to professional clubs, Charlton Athletic agreed to give him a chance and he has never looked back.
Shittu said: "I was not the best footballer in my area but because of hard work and dedication, someone gave me my break and I now hope to offer a chance out to other youngsters.
"This is my chance to offer some young people a footballing experience and a taster of what it takes to play at the professional level."
Those who are successful at getting into DSPR can expect to get training twice a week from academy coaches, to play against professional youth teams and regularly be seen by scouts.
It is hoped some of the young people will be able to progress with a career in football.
For more information and to register for a place at the trial, visit dsprorote.com or call 020 8099 9802.
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