Having impressed at U16 level, Lanre Awesu signed a full-time Scholarship ahead of the 2024/25 season after two years with the Academy of Football. Commended for his attitude as well as his shot stopping, Awesu has been described as a giant of a goalkeeper who commands his area with real presence.

Awesu helped the U18s reach the Premier League Cup final for the first time, saving a penalty in their quarter-final tie against Manchetser United in the penalty shootout and starting in the 3-1 semi-final victory over Derby County.

During his first year as a scholar, Awesu also made his Young Lions debut for England U17s, keeping a clean sheet in a 5-0 victory over Mexico in September 2024.