Neil Warnock predicts bright future for Middlesbrough kid as forward pens contract extension

Boro confirmed the former Tooting and Mitcham attacker has signed a deal until the end of “2023 at the earliest”, having impressed since his arrival at the Riverside in 2019.

And Warnock thinks this new deal is a reward for Folarin’s steady progress – with the manager hinting increased first-team gametime is in the offing for the player who made his league bow against Norwich City nine days ago.

“It’s progression from pre-season,” Warnock told the Boro official website.

“He came to Cornwall (for pre-season training last summer) and impressed me with his attitude and how he did.

“Training and playing with the pros has given him a massive lift, and he’s deserved it (the new deal). He’ll be contributing to the team from now on.”