Boreham Wood chairman Danny Hunter has expressed his frustration about the Abdul Abdulmalik transfer saga.The 23-year-old arrived at Meadow Park in the summer of 2024 following his release from Millwall, playing an instrumental role in their immediate return to the National League via the play-offs in his maiden campaign.Abdulmalik is eyeing up the biggest move of his careerGettyHe propelled his game to new heights last term as Boreham Wood were seconds away from reaching the Football League for the first time in their history.Notching 15 goals and nine assists in the league including two strikes in their play-off campaign, Abdulmalik was at the heart of a record-breaking campaign which saw them clinch the National League Cup before losing to Rochdale on penalties in the play-off final at Wembley Stadium.Such an impressive campaign has unsurprisingly attracted plenty of admirers, with Swedish side Djurgardens tabling two offers, with the most recent bid of £1.5million being rebuffed.The deal would have broken the record for a National League transfer, exceeding the £1m Leicester City forked out for Jamie Vardy from Fleetwood Town in 2012.Hunter, who took over the Hertfordshire-based outfit in 1999, has overseen much of Boreham Wood’s success since the turn of the millennium but now finds himself in the midst of a transfer saga.The National League Young Player of the Season featured in their opening two matches of the season, scoring in a 3-1 victory at FC Halifax Town, before being left out of their squad against Forest Green Rovers on Saturday.Speaking in his programme notes ahead of their clash against Boston United tomorrow, he appreciates Abdulmalik’s desire to seek pastures new, but feels his hand is being forced into accepting a fee below his true value.“As such, my conscience is very clear, I’m sleeping well and I’m very happy regarding both my and our Club’s overall behaviour regarding all things Abdul-related,” the club Chairman explained.“I, of course, understand the new agent, player, family and advisors are not happy, as they are only thinking about Abdul and themselves, but that is very much their concern.“In our defence, we had made it very clear after our Wembley defeat to eight or nine of our players’ agents, who we knew might look to attract interest from other clubs, that as a club we had our own ambitions this season and we were not looking to sell certain players here at any price.Boreham Wood chairman Hunter is standing his groundGetty“I felt we were respectful and very open with every agent and every player, and I was crystal clear on our stance.“I now feel I’m being made out to be the bad guy here and slightly held hostage, as it’s very late in the transfer window and I’m now forced into negotiating a transfer because the said player, on advice from others, has downed tools.“At the moment, Abdul is refusing to train with us or play, though he is still very much our player and has two years left on his contract.“Our valuation is set, it is fair and we will not be lowering it any more than the £350k that we already have over the next five days.”Djurgardens, who are headed by ex-West Ham United recruitment chief Maximilian Hahn, have a track record of developing young stars, with Birmingham City‘s August Priske signing from the Stockholm-based side in January.What has Abdulmalik said? The striker addressed the situation on Tuesday and declared he was ready for a new challenge.Biggest non-league transfer salesJamie Vardy — £1,000,000 (Fleetwood Town to Leicester City, 2012)Shwan Jalal — £750,000 (Woking to Peterborough United, 2007)Jack Taylor — £500,000 (Barnet to Peterborough United, 2020)Richard Brodie — £275,000 (York City to Crawley Town, 2010)Jermaine Beckford — £225,000 (Wealdstone to Leeds United, 2006)“Through sheer hard work and perseverance, the opportunity to progress has come around,” Abdulmalik wrote.“This is my chance to push myself as a footballer, elevate my game and most importantly fulfil my promise to the ones around me.“Opportunities like this are rare, especially within the National League where some of the hardest working talent is overlooked. The game of football is forever changing and decisions are fast paced. There’s no guarantee that the same chances come knocking twice.“I owe it to myself and the kids growing up just like me to fight for this one I’ve been offered.“Moving on from a club is one of the toughest decisions in a footballer’s career. I’m more than grateful for everyone that has been a part of my journey so far.“Everyone at Boreham Wood FC and the incredible fans have played a massive part. You will always have my respect.“With this said, I’m ready for the next challenge. I’m ready to prove to myself and those around me that I’m capable of reaching the top.”