Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong has sent a farewell message to the Gent faithful after completing his transfer to Turkish Super Lig side Bursaspor.

The former Tottenham Hotspur starlet, who played on the same team as England star Harry Kane, signed a three-year deal with Bursaspor on Saturday after passing a medical examination.

''I would like to say a big thank you to all the fans of KAA Gent for supporting me in my short time with the club,'' Ekong stated.

''I enjoyed playing in front of you in the Ghelamco Arena. I wish you all the best the coming season in the league and playing in Europe.

''Thank you Buffalos!''

Troost-Ekong has also played for FC Groningen, FC Dordrecht and Haugesund since he turned professional.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel