Charlie Dewar, a highly-rated young footballer, faced rejection from Sunderland's academy, leaving him disillusioned with the sport. However, with the support of his father, he regained his passion and captained South Shields FC U/16s.
Dewar's performance caught the eye of Dundee United, leading to a trial and subsequently a two-year professional contract. He notes the move to Dundee United helped him mature and adapt to the challenges of professional football.
A loan spell at Alloa Athletic provided valuable experience in men's football, where Dewar became a regular starter, exceeding his own expectations despite the challenging nature of the league.
Dewar cites Sam Cleall-Harding's success as an inspiration, aiming to follow a similar path towards the Dundee United first team, having built a strong partnership at U/18 level. He expresses optimism for his future and plans to keep pushing for more playing time.