Lugazi Soccer Membership have balanced the long run with expertise after signing attacking midfielder Christopher Birungi and tying down captain Richard Ayiko forward of the brand new Uganda Premier League season.
The membership accomplished the signing of Birungi from Buganda Regional League facet Nyendo FC on a four-year contract, making him Lugazi’s third arrival of the switch window after Louis Anguti Amagu and Jamaldin Buchochera.
“We’re happy to announce the signing of attacking midfielder Christopher Birungi from Nyendo FC. Birungi has signed a four-year contract with the membership,” the membership stated.
Birungi joins after spells with Kasese New Villa, Ntonda, Nyamityobora and Buwambo United. The inventive midfielder will likely be trying to make the step up after spending a lot of his profession in Uganda’s decrease divisions.
Whereas strengthening the squad, Lugazi have additionally ensured they preserve one among their most influential gamers. Membership captain Richard Ayiko has signed a brand new two-year contract after his earlier deal expired on the finish of final season.
Lugazi FC captain Richard Ayiko
“Following the expiry of his contract on the finish of final season, we’re excited to announce that staff captain Richard Ayiko has signed a brand new two-year contract,” Lugazi introduced.
Ayiko scored as soon as in 26 league appearances final season, however his worth goes past objectives. The skilled midfielder performed a key function in Lugazi’s promotion to the highest flight two years in the past and has continued to guide the staff as they established themselves within the Uganda Premier League.
The membership additionally prolonged the contract of long-serving midfielder Moses Buga by one yr. Buga has been with Lugazi since 2020 and stays an necessary member of the squad.