Maxi Oyedele has secured a loan switch to League Two side Forest Green Rovers.
Maxi Oyedele has been featuring for Manchester United‘s U23 side this season in the Premier League 2, the EFL Trophy and the UEFA Youth League.
The academy starlet has enjoyed a previous loan spell with neighbouring club Altrincham last season but is yet to try his hat in the English Football League.
Now he’ll get his chance, linking up with League Two side Forest Green Rovers.
Maxi Oyedele joins Forest Green on loan
Manchester United’s official club website revealed that Maxi Oyedele will be joining Forest Green Rovers on loan until the end of the season.
After joining Rovers, Oyedele said: “I’m very excited to be here and I’m looking forward to getting started.
“I will bring energy to the group, professionalism and quality as well.
“I will let loose and give it my all. There will be no stone unturned. I believe we can climb up the table, that’s why I’ve come here, so I’ll be doing everything I can to help with that.”
Maxi has decided to take the number 22 shirt and will link up with former Red Devil Charlie McCann as part of their first-team squad. He becomes United’s sixth departure of the window.
Maxi Oyedele also links up with Troy Deeney
Oyedele will be managed by former Premier League striker Troy Deeney, who scored 47 goals in England’s top flight.
Head Coach, Troy Deeney, told their club media: “Maxi is a wonderful talent and we’re extremely lucky to have him here.
“The fans will enjoy watching him and we need to make sure we get him in a place where he can showcase his talents.”
United in Focus wish Maxi the best of luck for the rest of the season.
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