The Kenyan duo of Josephat Lopaga and Alphonce Omija are the latest players to cross the border after the youthful players joined Oman side Dhofar club. The two players who have played for the national junior teams silently left Kenya three weeks ago to try their luck in the Asian country. Lopaga who can play on the wing and as a centre forward joins Dhofar after cutting ties with AFC Leopards while Omija, a central defender who can slot at right back was a free agent. ##NAJAVA_MECA_7006673##Omija who was privileged to captain the national U-17 and U20 teams was training with Gor Mahia before the opportunity to move to greener pastures presented itself. The former Kariobangi Sharks defender labeled the Omani league as competitive having already made his debut for his new home. Homeboyz loanee Enock Masinza hoping to reunite with parent club in mid-season window”I’m fully settled and I’m happy. The league is very competitive which is good thing. I’m here to give my best,” the former Gor player told Mozzart Sport. Lopaga on the other hand revealed that he opted to move to Asia after running out his deal with Leopards. The forward who was born in Baragoi turned for Posta Rangers, Mt. Kenya United as well as the Gor Mahia Youth team. Every coach wants a Rupia – Baraza happy with reunion, wants striker to get betterThe duo will rely on former Mathare United right back Martin Ongori to show them around as the former has been playing in the Oman league with Al-llti had since last year. Dhofar Club is based in Salalah City and host their matches at Al-Saada Stadium that has the capability to hold 12,000 fans.
