Barnet Football Club has signed goalkeeper Taye Ashby-Hammond on a free transfer. The 27-year-old shot-stopper joins the Bees following the expiration of his contract at League One side Stevenage.
What does this signing mean for Barnet?
Barnet is currently 8th in League Two, with 76 points from 46 games, and a recent form of WWWWW. This signing is a significant boost to their squad ahead of the new season.
Who is Taye Ashby-Hammond?
Ashby-Hammond began his career in the academy at Premier League side Fulham, where he developed through the youth ranks and also represented England at youth international level.
| Season | Club | Appearances |
|---|---|---|
| 2021/22 | Boreham Wood | 26 |
| 2023 | Stevenage | 41 |
What does the manager say about the signing?
Manager Dean Brennan said: “We’ve been watching Taye from afar for a long time. He first came to our attention when he was on loan at Boreham Wood and we actually tried to get him at the football club on a number of occasions. He’s been promoted out of this division with Stevenage, and we think he’s a great age for us, mature keeper, good from crosses and an all-round goalkeeper, very reliable and some of the references we’ve had on him have been outstanding.
What's next for Barnet?
Barnet's last result was a 2-1 win against Harrogate Town on 2026-05-02. With this new signing, the team is looking to build on their current momentum and make a push for the top of the league table.
The current league standing is:
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 8th in League Two |
| Points | 76 |
| Recent form | WWWWW |
| Goals scored | 70 |
| Goals conceded | 53 |
| Goal difference | +17 |
| Title race | 11 points behind leaders Bromley |
