Real de Banjul Football Club is delighted to announce the transfer of defender Yaya Bojang on a six-month loan deal to Danish Superliga club Odense Boldklub. Defender Bojang, who can also play as a defensive midfielder, was on trial in Odense where he impressed the club’s coaching staff who have now found an agreement with Real de Banjul for a loan with a buying option. Bojang will start with the Odense U19 team before eventually promoted to the club’s first team. Club President, William Abraham, was elated with the move of Yaya, saying it is a continuation of the work and reputation the club has had in Denmark over the years. “We as a club are happy for Yaya who deserves this chance. His qualities as a defender speaks for itself and we are happy he’s had this chance which I’m positive he will take with both hands,” Abraham said. Abraham added: “Odense is a good club that is beginning to be successful with Gambian players and I’m sure Yaya will not be an exception. I know what he can do and I know he will be a gem for OB.” The 18-year-old Bojang meanwhile says he’s happy with the chance to play professional football and thanked Real de Banjul for the opportunity. “I’m grateful to Real de Banjul for the chance and I can’t thank them enough. The management, coaches and my teammates have been helpful and all contributed to making me the player I am today – I thank them and wish the team all the best of luck for the rest of the season.” Yaya will officially join Odense on 1 July and will play for them until 31 December after which his buy option can be exercised. Everyone at Real de Banjul will like to wish Yaya all the best as he begins his professional football career with Odense.