Dundee secure academy defender Charley Oosenbrugh on three-year deal
The Dundee academy graduate, who made his senior debut against Kilmarnock in May, has signed a new three-year contract after featuring in Premier Sports Cup victories.
Dundee have secured the long-term future of 17-year-old centre-half Charley Oosenbrugh, who has signed a new three-year contract with the Scottish Premiership club. The deal follows the academy graduate’s promotion to the first-team squad earlier this summer, marking a significant step in his development within the club’s structure.
Oosenbrugh, who has been with the club since childhood, made his senior debut in May against Kilmarnock, entering the match as a second-half substitute. Since that breakthrough, he has continued to feature for the senior side, appearing as a replacement in Premier Sports Cup victories over Airdrieonians and Annan Athletic.
The defender credited the club’s management for his rapid integration into the first-team environment. Speaking to the club website, Oosenbrugh highlighted the detailed feedback provided by the manager, referred to in the statement as the gaffer, as a critical factor in his decision to commit his future to Dundee.
He stated that his primary objective is to continue improving and establishing himself within the first team. Oosenbrugh noted that the manager’s support during pre-season and the league cup matches has been instrumental in his progress, providing specific areas for development that he is now working on.
The contract extension underscores Dundee’s strategy of integrating youth talent into the senior setup. By retaining a homegrown defender who has already gained competitive minutes in both league and cup competitions, the club aims to build depth within its defensive options.
The specific start date of the new agreement was not disclosed in the announcement. The deal represents a formalisation of Oosenbrugh’s status within the first-team squad, providing stability for a player who has already demonstrated his capability at the senior level.
Dundee’s focus on internal development continues with this signing, as the club seeks to balance its squad with experienced players and emerging academy products. Oosenbrugh’s progression from the youth ranks to regular first-team involvement highlights the effectiveness of the club’s recruitment and development pathways.
