BARNSLEY Football Club officially completed the signing of striker Kayode Odejayi from Cheltenham Town in June 2007 for a fee of £200,000.

The deal has now been finalised and all the relevant documentation has been signed and registered with the Football Authorities.

Born in Ibadon, Nigeria, Kayode came up through the ranks at Bristol City, making six appearances for the Robins before leaving Ashton Gate in 2002. He spent a year with Forest Green and his impressive form led to a move to Cheltenham in 2003.

The 26-year-old has gone on to make 148 appearances for Cheltenham, netting 30 goals, as the Robins established themselves in League One last season. He made 45 appearances during the 2006/2007 campaign, netting 13 goals.

Kayode endured a rollercoaster season with as many lows as highs. He started in the side but struggled in front of goal although his all around play often went unnoticed. Booed by a mindless minority at Oakwell, Kayode bounced back with an impressive cameo at Anfield before scoring a historic winner against Chelsea in the FA Cup Sixth Round at Oakwell.

The big striker's season hit another low point at Wembley as he missed a sitter that would have brought the Reds level but again he showed great courage and determination to hit the goal trail against Watford just days later. A memorable season was capped by an international call from Nigeria for their summer internationals.

Reds Record (to end of 2007/2008 season)
Appearances - 45
Goals - 4