Omar Beckles Leaves Leyton Orient After Stint with Shrewsbury Town
Omar Beckles has officially parted ways with Leyton Orient after a commendable tenure with the club. The London-born defender has made a significant impact since joining Orient in 2021, accumulating exactly 200 appearances.
Career Highlights and Achievements
Beckles, who previously played for Shrewsbury Town, enjoyed a productive spell from 2017 to 2020. During his time with the club, he made 126 appearances and netted eight goals.
- Joined Shrewsbury Town in 2017 on a three-year deal.
- Twice named Community Player of the Season.
- Selected for the League One Team of the Year in the 2017/18 season.
Beckles helped his team reach the League One play-off final in his first season at Shrewsbury. His contributions on and off the pitch were substantial, especially his charity work supporting mental health initiatives.
Departure from Leyton Orient
In a heartfelt social media post, Beckles reflected on his time at Leyton Orient, stating, “Nothing lasts forever in football! Playing for my local club has been an honour.” He acknowledged the close bond he formed with teammates and fans alike.
Despite the emotional weight of his departure, Beckles emphasized that he has parted ways with the club on good terms. “No one is to blame and it’s not time to take things personal; this is football,” he noted.
Future Prospects
Currently, Beckles has been linked to a potential move to Gillingham, a League Two side. Throughout the ongoing season, he made 22 appearances in League One for Leyton Orient, with his last game occurring on New Year’s Day.
As Beckles approaches the latter stages of his career, he remains optimistic about what lies ahead. “The best is yet to come, as I know I have so much more to offer,” he assured fans.
Omar Beckles leaves Leyton Orient as a respected figure with a commendable legacy, both on the pitch and within the community.
