Luton Town Defender Vlad Paternoster Signs with Braintree Town
Luton Town defender Vlad Paternoster has signed with Braintree Town on a free transfer. The 20-year-old centre-back made his Iron debut in their 3-2 win over Chesham United in National League South.
Paternoster, who spent time in the Tottenham Hotspur and Shrewsbury Town academies and played for Hemel Hempstead Town in National League South, joined Luton after a successful trial in June 2024. He then signed a professional development contract for the Hatters later that summer and went on to feature on the bench for the club in the Vertu Trophy.
However, Paternoster was released by Luton in May. Braintree have also brought in striker George Evans on loan from League One side Bromley. The 19-year-old has made five first-team appearances for the Ravens including four in the EFL and scored in their 2-2 draw with Barnet last season.
Evans enjoyed an excellent debut against Chesham, scoring his side’s second goal and also providing an assist, earning him the Braintree supporters’ player of the match award for his performance.
Braintree boss Steve Pitt told the club’s website: “They were both absolutely outstanding. You could why Vlad was bought as a 17-year-old by Luton from Shrewsbury. You can see the potential that he’s got and I’m hoping that we unlock that, particularly with our track record with young players over the last couple of years.
What happened?
Luton Town defender Vlad Paternoster has signed with Braintree Town on a free transfer. The 20-year-old centre-back made his Iron debut in their 3-2 win over Chesham United in National League South.
Why it matters for Luton Town
Paternoster was released by Luton in May, but the club will still be monitoring his progress at Braintree Town. The Hatters are currently 4th in League One, 3 points, 1 win, 0 draws, 0 losses from 1 game, recent form W.
What comes next?
Luton Town will be keeping a close eye on Paternoster’s performances at Braintree Town, and it will be interesting to see if he can make a successful comeback to the Hatters in the future.
League standing: 4th in League One, 3 points, 1 win, 0 draws, 0 losses from 1 game, recent form W. Goals this season: 4 scored, 3 conceded (+1 goal difference).
