Leopards intensify race to nab striker, goalie

Leopards intensify race to nab striker, goalie

AFC Leopards secretary General Oscar Igaida says the club will complete the signing of two new players before the week ends.

Speaking to Citizen Digital, Igaida said that the club has earmarked a striker and a goalkeeper as they race to get their squad in shape ahead of the new season that kicks off on December 8.

“We are almost finalizing the signing of one international goalkeeper and a striker before mid week. I won’t disclose their names but the deal will be done soonest,” he bullishly charged.

Igwe have so far lost skipper Duncan Otieno who joined Nkana FC of Zambia, while striker Alex Orotomol has been signed by St Georges of Ethiopia. Clyde Senaji signed for Tusker FC on a three- year deal.

The Premier League giants who face FKF- Shield winners Kariobangi Sharks in their season opener have so far  released Ray Omondi, Edwin Mukolwe and Mike Kibwage.

According to Igaida, the  players signed are those recommended by the technical bench.

“The new coach will take charge of the mid-season transfers. For now we are getting players that the technical bench recommended, ”added Igaida .

The 12-time league champs appointed immediate former Township Rollers head coach Nikola Kavazovic as their new boss on a two year deal, replacing Argentine Rodolfo Zapata who is rumoured to be headed in the opposite direction.

The 43-year old Serb was unveiled and has already begun preparations for the new season.

“The coach has been with the team the whole of last week and he is enjoying the talent at his disposal so far,” claimed Igaida.

“He has instilled a lot of disciple in the team and we hope he will enjoy his stay at the den as we look forward to fruitful season,” he concluded.

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