Gillingham have made Tyreke Johnson’s move to Priestfield a permanent one having initially joined the club on loan.

The 22 year old attacking midfielder / forward initially joined The Gills on loan from Southampton a couple of weeks ago, making his debut for the club in the 1-0 loss to Burton Albion on Saturday 9th January.

Johnson was an unused substitute in the 1-0 win at Accrington Stanley at the weekend, but has clearly done enough to impress manager Steve Evans into making the move a permanent one.

Making the deal permanent also frees up a loan spot amongst Evans’ squad with Tom O’Connor and Callum Slattery also on loan from The Saints.

A statement from Southampton Football Club following Johnson’s departure reads:

“The club would like to thank Tyreke for all his hard work and dedication throughout his time here, and wish him all the very best for the future.”

Picture supplied by Gillingham Football Club.