Travis Akomeah (born 6 January 2006) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for Gillingham, on loan from Watford.[1]
Career
Akomeah spent his early career with Watford and Chelsea,[2] returning to Watford in February 2025.[3] He signed on loan for Gillingham in September 2025.[4][5] Upon signing he was praised by Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth,[6] and made his Football League debut on 22 November, appearing as a late substitute, in his fifth game for the club.[7] His loan ended in January 2026[8] but later that month he returned on loan to Gillingham.[9]
References
- ^ Travis Akomeah at Soccerbase
- ^ Trotter, Scott (30 August 2023). “Travis Akomeah set to be included in Chelsea squad versus AFC Wimbledon”. Football London.
- ^ “Young defender returns to Watford after three years away”. Watford Observer. 3 February 2025.
- ^ “Gillingham transfer news: Garath McCleary, Jonny Smith and Travis Akomeah join”. BBC Sport. 1 September 2025.
- ^ “Gills sign former Chelsea defender”. Kent Online. 1 September 2025.
- ^ “Travis Akomeah has Premier League potential, says Gillingham boss”. Kent Online. 5 September 2025.
- ^ “Defensive injuries at Gillingham opens the door for Watford loan man”. Kent Online. 24 November 2025.
- ^ “Travis Akomeah returns to Watford from Gillingham loan”. Watford Observer. 7 January 2026.
- ^ “Travis Akomeah: Watford centre-back re-joins Gillingham on loan”. BBC Sport. 21 January 2026.