Boston United land new striker as Wheeldon signs
By John Lomas
Published 3rd Aug 2026, 16:40 GMT
Boston United today added to their attacking options ahead of the new season's big kick-off after securing the signing of former Derby County striker Lennon Wheeldon.
The 20-year-old has put pen-to-paper on an initial one-year contract, with a second year option, after leaving Pride Park earlier in the summer.
Wheeldon spent a brief loan spell with the Pilgrims in the winter of 2024 and subsequently joined National League North side South Shields on loan last season – helping the Mariners reach the promotion final in the process.
He made his Championship and League Cup debuts for Derby following his first spell with the Pilgrims.
The Nottingham-born attacker has appeared in four of United’s pre-season friendlies as Trialist D – and scored the equaliser against Alfreton Town.
He could now feature against Aldershot Town in Saturday's National League opener.