Ndjoli had a fantastic upbringing at multiple prestigious academies and a successful stint north of the border with Kilmarnock, so he was once considered a rising star in the EFL.
Unfortunately, that didn’t work out, and the cancelled COVID season might have had a role. After searching for minutes, Bournemouth called him back from his Gills stay, but his time at Motherwell was cut short. He was freed that summer and was never given another chance.
While short-term loans have their advantages, he must make a significant impact during his brief tenure at Blyth in order to attract the interest of prospective suitors. Ndjoli’s skill and technique are undeniable, but what really matters is his capacity to display them on any platform, especially the demanding pitches.
Ndjoli most recently played for Hartlepool United, however
he was previously signed by AFC Bournemouth. John Askey, the manager, has decided he is surplus to requirements, hence he will be moving to Croft Park.
“Hartlepool United can confirm Mikael Ndjoli has joined Blyth Spartans on a short-term loan deal,” the team said in a brief statement. We hope Mikael has a pleasant loan experience at Croft Park.
Ndjoli joins a team that is only three points out of sixth place in the National League North, in ninth place. Despite being 19th the previous season, they are vying for a play-off spot under the management of former Blackburn and Leicester striker Graham Fenton.
The 26-year-old forward had his youth career stints with Watford, Brentford, Millwall, and Spurs before signing a professional contract with the Cherries. After a fruitful stint with Kilmarnock on loan in Scotland, he joined Gillingham during the postponed 2019–20 season.
He made 18 appearances for Steve Evans’ team, scoring three
goals. In January 2020, his loan was canceled, and he returned to Scotland with Motherwell. The season was abandoned after two games, which meant a comeback and ultimately release for Bournemouth.
After that, he had a very nomadic career, playing for Barrow in League Two, Aldershot in the National League, and Virginia Beach City FC in the US. Having played for Radcliffe the previous season, he made eight appearances for Hartlepool during their relegation. Currently, he is on his second loan spell away from the club.
Left out of their pre-season teams, he was told in the summer he was free to depart if a club could be found. He departs from a Hartlepool team that John Askey is rebuilding. They’ve dropped their previous five games, including last night’s 2-1 loss to Halifax.
Ndjoli had a fantastic upbringing at multiple prestigious academies and a successful stint north of the border with Kilmarnock, so he was once considered a rising star in the EFL.
Unfortunately, that didn’t work out, and the cancelled COVID season might have had a role. After searching for minutes, Bournemouth called him back from his Gills stay, but his time at Motherwell was cut short. He was freed that summer and was never given another chance.
While short-term loans have their advantages, he must make a significant impact during his brief tenure at Blyth in order to attract the interest of prospective suitors. Ndjoli’s skill and technique are undeniable, but what really matters is his capacity to display them on any platform, especially the demanding pitches.
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