Bahrain Premier League side Al Makiya have secured the signature of defensive midfielder Michael Olagbemiro for the remainder of the season.

Michael Olagbemiro left past club Al Hala after his contract expired last December, and joins Al Makiya, who also have on the payroll Ekele Udojoh, as a free agent.

''I decided to leave Al Hala because I wanted a new challenge having played for them for three seasons. I assisted the club qualify for Asia the previous season.

''Right now, Al-Malkiya are among the bottom teams in the championship. So, I am here to help them remain in the Premier League by God's grace,'' a delighted Olagbemiro informed allnigeriasoccer.com.

22 - year - old Olagbemiro may be an unknown quantity for now, but he has the same characteristics as former Ajax Amsterdam star Sunday Oliseh.

Also, he had a famous dad, late Chief Abraham Olayiwola Olagbemiro, who was the team manager of the Dream Team that won gold at Atlanta 1996.