Brandon Thomas-Asante

Solomon Brandon Michael Clarke Thomas-Asante (born 1998) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Salford City Football Club.

Club Career

Milton Keynes Dons

Thomas-Asante joined Milton Keynes' academy at the age of 12, progressing through various age groups and into the club's development squad. On 6 August 2016, following an impressive pre-season, he made his debut for the first team, featuring as a substitute in the 75th minute in a 0–1 away win to Shrewsbury Town. On 12 September, Thomas-Asante signed professional terms with the club, signing a one-year deal with an option of a further year. On 5 November, he scored his first professional goal for the club, scoring in a 3–2 home FA Cup first round win over Spennymoor Town. On 2 May 2017, following an impressive first season as a professional, Thomas-Asante was awarded the club's Academy Player of the Year 2016–17. On 14 June, Thomas-Asante's contract was extended until summer 2018, and on 26 January 2018 was extended a further year until the summer of 2019.

After a brief loan spell with National League club Sutton United, Thomas-Asante joined National League South club Oxford City in late January 2019 until the end of the season, eventually going on to make 15 appearances and score 3 goals. Following limited first team opportunities during the 2018–19 season, Thomas-Asante confirmed on 11 May he would be leaving Milton Keynes following the expiry of his contract in June 2019.

Ebbsfleet United

After a spell on trial with Swindon Town, Thomas-Asante signed for National League club Ebbsfleet United on 9 August 2019.

Salford City

He then signed for Salford City making his debut for the club on 3 September 2019 in a Football League Trophy match against Aston Villa Under 21's. He made his league debut for the club as a substitute on 14 September. His first goal for the club came on Boxing Day, scoring Salford's second in the 12th minute o