Whitstable Town manager Lee Martin on the signing of forward Solomon Ogunwomoju from Ramsgate

Whitstable manager Lee Martin says he’s getting the band back together after signing Solomon Ogunwomoju.

The versatile forward is the latest addition from Martin’s former club Ramsgate and made his debut in a goalless draw against Punjab United on Tuesday night.

The point sent Whitstable back to the top of Isthmian South East and they host Crowborough at the Belmont this Saturday (3pm).

Martin, who led Ramsgate to the League Cup final last season, has already signed the likes of Ian Gayle, Kweku Lucan, Mason Hunter and Eze Ebuzeome.

He also brought TJ Jadama in on loan, although he has since returned to Southwood after starring in Town’s winning run.

Ogounwomoju is an excellent addition for Whitstable and Martin is determined to get the best out of the former Redbridge man.

“We’re getting the band back together,” said Martin.

“You always draw on players you rely on because, especially with what we demand from the boys, it can be quite overwhelming.

“Solo’s grasped that and I thought we took him to another level in terms of his playing and understanding roles last season, and I think he appreciated that.

“So when there was an opportunity to have a conversation with us, he was quite open to that.

“He speaks to a lot of the boys as well, so he’ll have spoken to Gayley and TJ and asked questions, and Kwek is there as well, and Ez, so there’s always going to be that open dialogue.

“I’m glad he’s on board. We’re not missing a striker but we are missing something a little bit different and dynamic and he can play in any of those front four roles, whether it be the 10, the 9, the 7 or the 11, which is a massive pull.

“He’s a clever footballer, he picks up some great areas as well, and he’s a constant threat.”

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