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Axel Andresson has become something of a cult hero since joining Bath City on loan from Reading FC.

The Icelander has made a huge impact on the side, shoring up the defence alongside Jack Batten to the point that he had not lost a National League South game in black and white until Saturday's defeat at East Thurrock United.

Andresson gave up a family Christmas in his home nation to spend the festive period playing for the Romans and bagged five goals in 15 games - solving the Romans penalty woe in the process.

The commanding centre-half's attitude on and off the pitch has even impressed manager Gary Owers to the point that he has taken over the captaincy at the tender age of 19 for the past two games, with Frankie Artus out of action.

(Image: Simon Howe)

The adoration that City fans have shown their loan star is not a one-way street either, as Andresson says the experience has been fantastic for his development.

"That's been marvelous," he said. "I'm so proud of coming into a team and from day one everyone has supported me; the fans, the players.

"It's been the best experience for me. Especially as I'm young and I have many years to come, and I will always appreciate Bath.

"A great connection. As I said before, everything has been spot on, positive. Everything has been lovely."

Watch the full interview in the video above for Andresson's thoughts on the defeat to East Thurrock and his time away on tour with Iceland under-21s.