FKF Premier League: A List of All the Completed Deals So Far in the 2024 January Transfer Window

FKF Premier League: A List of All the Completed Deals So Far in the 2024 January Transfer Window

Robert Abong'o
updated at February 13, 2024 at 11:54 AM
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  • The FKF Premier League 2024 January transfer window is turning out to be a busy one
  • Perennial champions Gor Mahia allowed Rogers Mugisha to leave for a Danish club
  • Bandari FC unveiled 12 new players and appointed a new head coach, John Baraza

Teams are strategically bolstering their squads as the FKF Premier League midseason transfer window enters its third week.

With three more weeks to go until February 8, several noteworthy deals have been confirmed, while others are still in the pipeline.

Here's a recap of the completed deals so far:

Ugandan midfielder Rogers Mugisha (C) left Gor Mahia, striker Derrick Nsibambi (R) extended his stay at Bandari while Yuto Kusaba was cleared to play for Nairobi City Stars. Photos: FKF Premier League, Bandari and Official Nairobi City Stars.
Ugandan midfielder Rogers Mugisha (C), Bandari striker Derrick Nsibambi (R) and Nairobi City Stars' Yuto Kusaba. Photos: FKF Premier League, Bandari and Official Nairobi Cty Stars.
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Ugandan midfielder Rogers Mugisha left perennial champions, Gor Mahia, after securing a transfer to Danish side, AC Horsens.

The perennial Kenyan champions welcomed speedy winger Shariff Musa from Bidco United, turning down offers from Kenya Police and Bandari.

Tusker successfully retained defender Michael Kibwage, extending his contract for an additional six months and fending off interest from AFC Leopards. In response to a 5-0 loss to Tusker, KCB made five new signings, including former Muhoroni Youth striker Collins Neto, top scorer Shadrack Simiyu from FKF Division One Zone B, defenders Francis Oduor and Lameck Luhangala, and winger Vincent Ondabu.

Bandari has undergone a significant overhaul, unveiling 12 new players. The club appointed former Kenyan international John Baraza as the new head coach, with Jerim Onyango as his assistant and goalkeeper trainer, as reported by Citizen Digital.

Notable signings include Harambee Stars goalkeeper Bryan Omondi, former Mombasa Elite goalkeeper Abdulrahman Mwinyi, Francis Kahiro from KCB, Mohammed Barisa from Nzoia Sugar, and David Sakwa from Kiminini Combined. Ugandan striker Derrick Nsibambi had his contract extended, and Super Cup MVP Hamisi Mwaphalu committed to the club. Additionally, several youth players were promoted.

Sofapaka has made substantial moves, securing eight players, including centre-back Victor Odhiambo, defender Stallone Goal Asaba, midfielders Nelson Likhanga and Finlay Sanduku, and goalkeepers Victor Augo Akumu and Levis Ochieng.

AFC Leopards' midseason plans are still taking shape, with young forwards Mark Shaban and Christopher Koloti from Green Commandos being the only confirmed additions.

Shabana FC have brought in striker Mathew Tegisi, left-back Lamela Maneno, and midfielders Japhet Lihanda and Brian Odhimabo.

Yuto Kusaba to reinforce Nairobi City Stars attack

Nairobi City Stars have not made any new signings, but the registration of Japanese striker, Yuto Kusaba, provides a boost, as reported by People Daily.

Contrary to earlier statements, Homeboyz coach Patrick Odhiambo welcomed Oliver Majak, Cliff Oruko, and goalkeeper Simon Masaka to the squad.

Ulinzi Stars added three youngsters, Javan Omondi, Edward Odhiambo, and Leshan Mootian to their roster.

Struggling side Murang’a Seal brought in experienced midfielder Dennis Odhiambo.

Bottom-placed Nzoia Sugar turned to lower league sides for reinforcements, signing defender Daniel Masengo, striker Washington Manyonyi, and defender Sharif Ali.

FC Talanta secured defensive midfielder Larry Odhiambo from Equity FC.

Posta Rangers signed midfielder Oliver Maloba from Sofapaka on a one-year contract.

The midseason transfer market is evolving into a dynamic and competitive period for FKF Premier League teams, with more deals anticipated in the coming weeks.

Kenya Police beat Nzoia Sugar; AFC Leopards end Nairobi City Stars' streak

Sports Brief reported when Kenya Police FC secured a 2-0 victory against Nzoia Sugar at the Police Sacco Stadium on Sunday, January 21, 2024.

AFC Leopards also dealt a blow to Nairobi City Stars' seven-match winning streak with a 2-0 win at the Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega.

The result gave Gor Mahia a 10-point lead for at least another two weeks.

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