Bandari FC are set to appoint Harambee Stars assistant coach Ken Odhiambo as their new head coach ahead of the 2024-25 season which gets underway on Saturday 24 August, according to Mozzart Sport.His appointment will see current coach John Baraza revert to his previous role as assistant coach. Baraza began last season as an assistant coach and later took over as interim coach when Twahir Muhiddin was dismissed, eventually becoming the permanent head coach.##NAJAVA_MECA_8216346##Starting next season, all FKF Premier League coaches must hold a CAF A diploma, prompting changes at the club. Odhiambo, who has been in talks with Bandari for weeks, is set to return for his third stint. Baraza will support him as an assistant coach, while Jerry Onyango will oversee the goalkeepers.The decision on the head coach position took several weeks, with Odhiambo and Muhiddin both considered for the role. Ultimately, Odhiambo, who recently led the Kenyan team at the COSAFA Cup in South Africa, was chosen.”It is now a done deal, Ken is our new coach,” a source confirmed to Mozzart Sport. “We took our time to ensure we made the best choice and avoid past mistakes. We have full confidence in Ken to lead the team forward. He will now focus on training and preparing the team for the upcoming season,” added the anonymous source.Bandari FC resumed training under coach Baraza on Monday, but Odhiambo is expected to officially take over soon. The club has also shown interest in several players, including Daniel Sakari from Tusker, Justin Omwando from Shabana FC, Patrick Otieno from Posta Rangers, and Haniff Wesonga from KCB.Salim Babu reveals secret behind Kenya Police’s resurgence in 2024
