Charlie Brown

Charlie Daniel Brown (born 23 September 1999) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for club Accrington Stanley.

Club career Chelsea Brown spent his early years with the academy of Ipswich Town before joining Chelsea in 2016. He was a prolific goalscorer for the club's academy teams and development squad, scoring 53 goals in 108 appearances for Chelsea's U18, U19 and U23 sides.

Following the culmination of the 2018–19 UEFA Youth League, Brown was awarded the Golden Boot for Chelsea U23s having scored 12 goals in 9 appearances during the competition.

On 31 January 2020, Brown joined Belgian First Division B side Union SG on loan until the end of the season. On 8 February 2020, he made his professional league debut, as a substitute in a 0-0 draw with Virton. After three appearances, the loan deal was extended for another season in July 2020. However, after failing to make an appearance in the opening months of the season, his loan deal was terminated in October 2020 and he returned to Chelsea.

Milton Keynes Dons On 13 January 2021, Brown joined League One club Milton Keynes Dons on a permanent deal. On 20 February 2021, Brown scored the winning goal - his first at senior level as a professional - in a 4–3 home win over Northampton Town.

Cheltenham Town On 6 January 2022, Brown joined League One club Cheltenham Town, signing for an undisclosed fee.

He was released at the end of the 2022–23 season.

Morecambe On 23 June 2023, Brown signed for League Two club Morecambe on a one-year deal. On 13 January 2024, he scored his first goal for Morecambe against Mansfield Town. On 5 March 2024, he extended his contract with the club until the summer of 2025.

Accrington Stanley On 3 January 2025, Brown joined fellow League Two side Accrington Stanley on a two-and-a-half year deal for an undisclosed fee.

Personal life He is the older brother of fellow footballer Zak Brown.

Career statistics .

Honours Chelsea U18 FA Youth Cup: 2017–18 U18 Premier League: 2017–18 U18 Premier League Cup: 2017–18 U18 Premier League South: 2017–18

Individual UEFA Youth League Golden Boot: 2018–19