Ben Purrington

Rotherham United On 30 January 2017, Purrington completed a move to Championship side Rotherham United for a reported £300,000 fee, signing a three-and-a-half-year contract. He made his debut in a 1–0 away defeat to Bristol City on 4 February 2017. He scored his first goal for Wimbledon in an FA Cup tie against Halifax Town on 1 December 2018. He was recalled to Rotherham United on 10 January 2019.

On the same day as his recall, Purrington joined League One club Charlton Athletic on loan until the end of the season.

Charlton Athletic On 2 July 2019, Purrington joined Charlton Athletic on a three-year contract.

On 13 June 2022, it was confirmed that Purrington would be leaving Charlton Athletic following the expiration of his contract.

Ross County On 29 June 2022, Purrington signed a two-year deal at Ross County.

Exeter City On 11 January 2024, Purrington signed an 18-month contract at Exeter City.

On 5 May 2025, Exeter announced the player would leave the club in June when his contract expired.

Cambridge United On 23 June 2025, Purrington agreed to join League Two side Cambridge United on a one-year deal upon the expiration of his contract with Exeter City. On 6 May 2026 the club announced he was being released.

Bristol Rovers On 11 June 2026, Purrington agreed to return to League Two following promotion the previous season, joining Bristol Rovers on a one-year deal.

Personal life Purrington's uncle is former England rugby union player Richard Hill. Purrington is the older brother of Tom Purrington, who also plays football semi-professionally as a midfielder for Taunton Town.

Career statistics

Honours Rotherham United EFL League One play-offs: 2018

Charlton Athletic EFL League One play-offs: 2019

Cambridge United EFL League Two third-place promotion: 2025–26