Leyton Orient seeks experienced players before transfer window closes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:52 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens is looking to strengthen his squad with experienced players before the transfer window closes. Following a recent victory over Oxford United in the EFL Cup and a loss to Sheffield Wednesday in their League One opener, Wellens expressed dissatisfaction with the team's first-half performance against AFC Wimbledon. He emphasized the need to balance player development with immediate success. Wellens aims to acquire one or two experienced players to address gaps in the roster, particularly in left-back and midfield positions, influenced by injuries and team composition.
- •Richie Wellens wants to add knowhow to Leyton Orient's squad.
- •The team lost their League One opener against Sheffield Wednesday.
- •Wellens called the first-half performance against AFC Wimbledon poor.
- •Orient needs a left-back due to Somto Boniface's injury.
- •The transfer window closes soon, influencing squad decisions.
- 2:52 PMYahoo Sports — Wellens looking to add more experience to squad
"Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens wants to add more knowhow to his team before the transfer window closes.
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