Holguin joins Billericay Town on dual sign
Holguin most recently featured in Brentford's Capital Cup quarter-final win over Camden Town.
The forward joined Brentford in July 2023 having previously played for Loughborough University and was part of the Brentford side that lifted both the Capital Cup and Trophy Cup last season.
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