Exeter City suffer transfer hammer blow ahead of daunting Birmingham City clash
Exeter City have suffered a big set-back in the build-up to their most difficult mission of the season.
The Grecians are set to visit Birmingham City on Saturday, having already twice lost at home to the leaders and in need of a first League One win in four matches.
However, the prospects of that happening have taken a serious dent by the loss of impressive loan centre back Tristan Crama who has been recalled by Brentford.
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The French defender has done so well at St James Park, with nine clean sheets and four goals in his 26 appearances, that the Bees want to take a closer look at him – robbing City of arguably their best player.
Manager Gary Caldwell told the club website : "Whilst we are disappointed to be losing a player of Tristan's ability and character, we are delighted in how he has progressed and developed in his time with us.
"Tristan is not only a fantastic defender, but is also a hugely popular player in the dressing room. His journey at the club is a fine example of the club's growing reputation for developing players whilst they are with us, and further strengthens our relationship with Brentford. I have no doubt that Tristan will go on to have a fantastic career and I'm glad that we have played a part in that."
