AFC Leopards are close to reaching an agreement with coach Patrick Aussems over the extension of his contract that expired at the of July.The former Simba SC head coach joined Ingwe in February 2021 on an initial six-month contract that expired last month. He guided the team to the FKF Cup final where they lost to Gor Mahia in post-match penalties, his team is currently third in the FKF Premier League log.Club treasurer Maurice Chichi says they are in talks with the coach over a new improved deal, he exuded confidence that they will strike a deal as the coach is willing to continue with the project.“We are in very good discussion with the coach, and we are happy with how far the discussion has gone, the coach is willing to stay but of course with new terms and so we are working on that and I am very confident that in this coming week we will make an announcement on the same on whether he is staying or leaving but the good thing is he has shown interest in staying and so we are working so hard to fulfil what he asked us to so that he can sign a new deal,” he told Mozzart Sport.12 players unavailable , another seriously injured today , a lot of missed chances and obvious offsides on the 2 goals conceded… that’s a lot , isn’t it ?? But we produce modern and attractive football so let’s keep going but work again and again on our offensive efficiency … pic.twitter.com/UocXQB98T5— Patrick Aussems (@PatrickAussems) July 16, 2021 Chichi further disclosed that they are yet to discuss with the out-of0contract players over an extension. He says they will work on a transfer plan once they tie the coach down and have the FIFA transfer embargo lifted.“We are yet to start discussions over contract extension with them, but the good thing is federation extended contracts until the end of the season. The coach will give us his plan after we’ve signed with him and after we have cleared with the FIFA cases probably by September first when we start the pre-season we will have a clear picture on who is staying and who is gong depending on two things; the coach staying and the FIFA cases,” he added.Leopards was touted as one of the favorites for the title this season but they have since dropped off. He admits a number of factors played part in them dropping out of the race.“The title this season was ours to lose but so many things happened in between. Through so many decisions by the referees, the players and rest we lost it. We no go back and plan and this will be possible after we clear with the coach and FIFA cases,” he concluded.
