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Striker set for Pompey deal

Trialist striker Omar 'OJ' Krumah is set to earn himself a contract after impressing manager Harry Redknapp in Pompey's pre-season campaign.

The teenager from Gambia arrived on a trial two weeks ago, and impressed on his first appearance against Exeter earning Pompey a penality which Defoe converted to earn a draw.

Against Swindon he setup 2 goals in his 45 minute spell and also appeared against Dorchester on Monday night.

While a Premier League start seems distant Harry sees enough in the player to offer a contract, and Championship clubs are already enquiring about his availability for loan.

Talking to The News Redknapp said: 'OJ has done well, he's only 18 and I think he's a real prospect.

'We're hoping to now get something done and keep him here permanently because I like him.

'He was at Southampton last year, they wanted him but could not get a work permit but he's married now so that's no longer a problem.

'The lad was recommended to me so we had him over for the last couple of weeks and he's been tremendous.

'He's quick and has got a lot of everything.

'The kid wants to do well, he's willing to learn and hopefully he can do well here.

'I have already had half a dozen clubs wanting to play him this season, most of them are from the Championship.

'He's not ready for the Premier League but he's still young so his time can come.'

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