BREAKING: Millers loan Ajayi from Cardiff

ROTHERHAM United have landed defender Semi Ajayi on loan from Cardiff City for the remainder of the season.
New man Semi AjayiNew man Semi Ajayi
New man Semi Ajayi

“I heard about the interest on Saturday evening and then I got a call from the gaffer here on Sunday afternoon."

The 23-year-old former Arsenal centre back is yet to make a senior appearance for the Bluebirds – managed by former Millers boss Neil Warnock – but has enjoyed loan spells with AFC Wimbledon and Crewe Alexandra.

The 6ft 4ins former Nigeria U20 international said: “I heard about the interest on Saturday evening and then I got a call from the gaffer here on Sunday afternoon.

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“He told me what the club was about, he said that there is a really good set of lads here and I would enjoy it. I jumped at the chance to sign and get some games and hopefully help the club move forward.”

Ajayi becomes boss Paul Warne's third January recruit, following the signings of Richard O'Donnell and Alex Bray.