Kenyan defender Clyde Senaji has renewed his stay with Malawian giants Nyasa Big Bullets after penning a two-year-long deal.Seneji joined the club last year from Tusker on a year-long deal that was to expire was due to expire next month inviting the risk of losing the versatile player for free.He joined the club alongside former Bidco United and national U20 defender Collins Okumu who has since been released.Senaji, who can comfortably play in midfield enjoyed massive success in his first season with Nyasa, helping the club to win all the four domestic titles that were on offer.##NAJAVA_MECA_7805363##In total, Senaji who made his Harambee Stars debut in 2021 featured for Nyasa 30 times, winning the FDH Bank Cup, TNM Super League, Castel Challenge Cup, and Airtel Top 8.He played in all four CAF Champions League matches Nyasa played last season.“It was an easy decision for me to make because I had a good season and won everything. My strong bond with Malawians and everyone associated with this great club also convinced me to have some more time here,” he said in an interview with club media.The former Vihiga United man said the prospect of adding yet another winner’s medal to his collection prompted him to pen the new deal.North and West African teams are favourites for AFCON title, predicts Stars coach Engin FiratSenaji had earlier on been linked with a move to UD Songo of Mozambique who are under the tutelage of former Gor Mahia tactician Mark Harrison.“I am a person who is open to new ideas and that’s why I would only stay for a year in my previous clubs but I thought it wise to continue with the Peoples Team and I am looking forward to the 2024 season,” he stated.With the new season nearing, the former AFC Leopards player predicted a tough one for the Kalisto Pasuwa-coached side.Nairobi City Stars hotshot Mohamed Bajaber reveals inspiration behind impressive formHe called on his teammates to remain focused in their quest to defend the titles they collected last season.“It will not be easy for us in 2024 because of what we achieved last season. We need to prepare well and handle the pressure from our competitors. Teams will come hard on us in a bid to break our dominance,” he added.Senaji becomes the fourth player to extend their contract at Nyasa after Precious Phiri, Anthony Mfune, and Ephraim Kondowe.
