18/11/25
Slough Town are delighted to announce the signing of striker Ruben Shakpoke from Welling United for an undisclosed fee.
The 21-year-old forward arrives at Arbour Park with an exciting pedigree, having developed through the academies of Norwich City, Aston Villa and West Bromwich Albion before gaining senior experience across the National League system.
Shakpoke began his career at Norwich City, spending five years in the academy before being snapped up by Premier League side Aston Villa at the age of 16. He progressed through the Villans’ U18 and U21 sides, later making the switch to West Bromwich Albion in 2023, where he featured for the Baggies’ U21s throughout the 2023/24 season.
He stepped into senior football with Enfield Town and then Maidstone United, joining the Stones during their 2024/25 play-off push and making eight appearances. Earlier this summer he moved to Welling United for the start of the 2025/26 campaign.
Shakpoke is an energetic, athletic forward known for his pace, versatility and willingness to run in behind. A former England youth international, he brings strong potential and a hunger to continue his development with the Rebels.
Ruben now joins up with Scott Davies’ squad, adding to Slough’s attacking options at a crucial stage of a demanding fixture schedule, and is eligible for selection against Farnborough tonight.
Welcome to Slough Town, Ruben!
The 21-year-old forward arrives at Arbour Park with an exciting pedigree, having developed through the academies of Norwich City, Aston Villa and West Bromwich Albion before gaining senior experience across the National League system.
Shakpoke began his career at Norwich City, spending five years in the academy before being snapped up by Premier League side Aston Villa at the age of 16. He progressed through the Villans’ U18 and U21 sides, later making the switch to West Bromwich Albion in 2023, where he featured for the Baggies’ U21s throughout the 2023/24 season.
He stepped into senior football with Enfield Town and then Maidstone United, joining the Stones during their 2024/25 play-off push and making eight appearances. Earlier this summer he moved to Welling United for the start of the 2025/26 campaign.
Shakpoke is an energetic, athletic forward known for his pace, versatility and willingness to run in behind. A former England youth international, he brings strong potential and a hunger to continue his development with the Rebels.
Ruben now joins up with Scott Davies’ squad, adding to Slough’s attacking options at a crucial stage of a demanding fixture schedule, and is eligible for selection against Farnborough tonight.
Welcome to Slough Town, Ruben!
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