| Charlie Compton 09:11 - Nov 7 with 4784 views | FrimleyBlue |
On Guardians Next Generation of Best Premierleague talents..
Not a name I remember coming across on here, anyone watching the u18 scene have any personal thoughts on him.. where does he play, who does he compare too etc? |  |
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| Charlie Compton on 09:18 - Nov 7 with 4708 views | Keno |
For the Guardian
Charlie Compton
Club Ipswich
Position Midfielder
Born 5 September 2007
Ipswich hope Compton will be one of the next stars to emerge from their famed academy. The early signs are certainly encouraging: he has started every game for their under-18s so far this season, showing his versatility by operating in both the No 8 and No 10 roles. His box-to-box qualities catch the eye immediately but there are other major strings to the 17-year-old’s bow. A winning blend of composure and technical ability means he poses a genuine threat in the opposition penalty area, whether scoring or creating, while his passing range means he is capable of controlling matches from deep. A challenge for under-21 football can be anticipated as the season progresses. Nick Ames
Not sure if that writer is anyone who knows much about teen |  |
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| Charlie Compton on 10:06 - Nov 7 with 4518 views | ArnoldMoorhen |
| Charlie Compton on 09:18 - Nov 7 by Keno |
For the Guardian
Charlie Compton
Club Ipswich
Position Midfielder
Born 5 September 2007
Ipswich hope Compton will be one of the next stars to emerge from their famed academy. The early signs are certainly encouraging: he has started every game for their under-18s so far this season, showing his versatility by operating in both the No 8 and No 10 roles. His box-to-box qualities catch the eye immediately but there are other major strings to the 17-year-old’s bow. A winning blend of composure and technical ability means he poses a genuine threat in the opposition penalty area, whether scoring or creating, while his passing range means he is capable of controlling matches from deep. A challenge for under-21 football can be anticipated as the season progresses. Nick Ames
Not sure if that writer is anyone who knows much about teen |
Nick Ames is well-known to many on here, and knows more about Town than any other journalist apart from Phil Ham.
If only Old Git still sent his emails we would know a lot more about Charlie Compton, including vivid descriptions of his Mum's coat, analysis of his gait and speculation as to his diet. |  | | |
| Charlie Compton on 10:11 - Nov 7 with 4467 views | Keno |
| Charlie Compton on 10:06 - Nov 7 by ArnoldMoorhen |
Nick Ames is well-known to many on here, and knows more about Town than any other journalist apart from Phil Ham.
If only Old Git still sent his emails we would know a lot more about Charlie Compton, including vivid descriptions of his Mum's coat, analysis of his gait and speculation as to his diet. |
Nick is always something special and, I am lead to believe, a really nice guy | |
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| Charlie Compton on 10:59 - Nov 7 with 4274 views | Help |
But is he the new Suffolk Messi |  |
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| Charlie Compton on 17:20 - Oct 13 with 2757 views | DJR |
| Charlie Compton on 09:18 - Nov 7 by Keno |
For the Guardian
Charlie Compton
Club Ipswich
Position Midfielder
Born 5 September 2007
Ipswich hope Compton will be one of the next stars to emerge from their famed academy. The early signs are certainly encouraging: he has started every game for their under-18s so far this season, showing his versatility by operating in both the No 8 and No 10 roles. His box-to-box qualities catch the eye immediately but there are other major strings to the 17-year-old’s bow. A winning blend of composure and technical ability means he poses a genuine threat in the opposition penalty area, whether scoring or creating, while his passing range means he is capable of controlling matches from deep. A challenge for under-21 football can be anticipated as the season progresses. Nick Ames
Not sure if that writer is anyone who knows much about teen |
There was a link to this article recently in the Guardian which I clicked on.
Anyone know how Charlie Compton has progressed now that he is roughly a year older? [Post edited 13 Oct 2025 17:22]
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| Charlie Compton on 17:23 - Oct 13 with 2710 views | The_Flashing_Smile |
| Charlie Compton on 10:06 - Nov 7 by ArnoldMoorhen |
Nick Ames is well-known to many on here, and knows more about Town than any other journalist apart from Phil Ham.
If only Old Git still sent his emails we would know a lot more about Charlie Compton, including vivid descriptions of his Mum's coat, analysis of his gait and speculation as to his diet. |
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| Charlie Compton on 18:33 - Oct 13 with 2426 views | PhilTWTD |
Scholar of the Year last season, broke into the U21s but I think had an injury at the end of the season. Was back in the U18s at the end of August but not been involved since then.
 Compton Scholar of the Year 20th May 2025 15:32Academy central midfielder Charlie Compton has been named Town’s Premier League Scholar of the Year.  2
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| Charlie Compton on 19:43 - Oct 13 with 2240 views | DropCliffsNotBombs |
Know him and his family well, cracking player and a superb person in general off the pitch.
Picked up an injury at the end of last season and still working his way back. Assuming hits the heights of where he was previously, could be a real gem. The fact we plucked him from Norwich academy is an added little bonus!
Edit - plays centre mid. Norwich used him as a holding midfielder but very comfortable getting forward. Passing and breaking the lines main strength but with a hell of a finish in him. Without putting any kind of pressure or expectation, absolutely in the mould of Gerrard. [Post edited 13 Oct 2025 19:47]
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| Charlie Compton on 18:36 - Aug 25 with 619 views | MaySixth |
Hope he comes on tonight |  |
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| Charlie Compton on 18:42 - Aug 25 with 520 views | roysboys |
Saw him a couple of years ago at pre season game at Haverhill Rovers. Happened to be standing next to his mum and I told her then her boy was the best player on the pitch. Confident and smooth. | |
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| Charlie Compton on 18:54 - Aug 25 with 362 views | BloomBlue |
| Charlie Compton on 18:42 - Aug 25 by roysboys |
Saw him a couple of years ago at pre season game at Haverhill Rovers. Happened to be standing next to his mum and I told her then her boy was the best player on the pitch. Confident and smooth. |
'Confident and smooth' as in your chat up line to his mum was confident and smooth? |  | | |
| Charlie Compton on 18:56 - Aug 25 with 351 views | Crock |
Is he related to John? |  |
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