Wings sign midfielder Jephte Tanga on loan from Leyton Orient
Welling United are delighted to confirm the signing of midfielder Jephte Tanga on loan from Leyton Orient.
The 19-year-old is a product of Orient’s youth set-up and made his senior debut for the O’s in an EFL Trophy victory over Southampton U21s in September 2021, before making his league bow as a sub in a 2-2 draw with Colchester United in March 2022.
In recent seasons he has enjoyed loan spells with Sutton Common Rovers and Royston Town before flourishing for Cray Wanderers last term, winning their Young Player of the Year award.
He now joins the Wings ahead of the new season and provides some versatility for Wings boss Danny Bloor with his ability to play in both defence and midfield.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to come here and show what I’m about,” explained Tanga.
“There are plenty of opportunities for you to prove yourself in this league like Dan Nkrumah did last year. I can’t wait to get onto the pitch and show the fans what I’m about.”
Meanwhile, Bloor added: “Jephte has trained with us a couple of times and had a very successful loan spell with Cray Wanderers last season.
His versatility will help the group. A massive thank you to Mike Still at Leyton Orient for making this happen.”
WIN A FREE BEER IN THE FANS’ BAR ON SATURDAY
Supporters can win a free beer in the Meantime Fans’ Bar ahead of Saturday’s game against Leyton Orient at The Valley thanks to the club’s newest partners, Wearebrandnew.
The sustainable marketing agency became the men’s first-team’s sleeve sponsors earlier this week and have installed new artwork in the free Meantime Fans’ Bar that shows just how passionate the Charlton fan base is.
Using photographs by the excellent Paul Edwards, the art work captures Charlton supporters cheering their team on and in moments of joy celebrating goals scored at The Valley.
Supporters arriving in the Meantime Fans’ Bar between 12pm and 1.30pm on Saturday, who spot themselves in the art work, with one of 20 specially-made discs pointing at them, should speak to one of the Wearebrandnew brand ambassdaors and to claim their free beer, soft drink or single shot with a mixer.
Darren New, founder of Wearebrandnew and lifelong Charlton fan, said: “It’s an exciting time for the club after what have been a really challenging few years for supporters. We’re working with the club on a variety of projects that will hopefully bring the club and its supporters closer together again.
“Paul’s photography is amazing and highlights the connection we, as fans, have with Charlton Athletic and the new art work makes an excellent addition to the Meantime Fans’ Bar. The competition is a bit of fun but we’re sure supporters will enjoy seeing themselves and their loved ones on the wall in the bar for years to come. ”
The Meantime Fans’ Bar opens at 12pm and will be showing Celtic’s Scottish Premiership clash with Ross County from 12.30pm.
Supporters will be able to watch international rugby in the Meantime Fans’ Bar post-game from 5.30pm as Wales take on England.
Street food available at the east end of the Meantime Fans’ Bar on Saturday includes:
- Prime beef quarter pounder with cheese in a brioche bun with pickles, salad and lattice fries
- The popular Upbeats bhaji burger with lattice fries
- Chicken katsu curry with steamed coriander rice
- Quorn katsu curry with steamed coriander rice
- Pies
- Kids meal: chicken goujons and fries
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