Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) is set to merge with National Super League (NSL) outfit Rainbow FC, allowing MOFA to feature in the second division next season, Mozzart Sport exclusively reports.The two clubs have a deal in principle, with an agreement likely to be finalized on Friday as Rainbow resolves its financial liabilities.Rainbow, promoted to the second tier last year, has struggled financially, prompting this slot swap. Last season, they traveled with less than 15 players for several matches.“We will be playing in the National Super League. We have an agreement with Rainbow, and once everything is complete, we will share the details,” a source disclosed.“The club has many things to work on before making the deal official, but we are optimistic it can be finalized before the FKF Gala on Friday,” the source added.Breaking News 🗞️.Michael Olunga Football Club (MOFA) might buy a slot from Rainbow FC for the NSL position this coming season.#manuureports#FootballKe pic.twitter.com/9rjVnaWEVv— Manuu Reports (@Manuureports) July 24, 2024 MOFA entered Kenyan football two years ago by taking over Sindo United’s slot in the third tier.Three NSL clubs soldTheir initial campaign was forgettable, but under Kassim Otieno’s guidance, they revived their ambitions and last season reached the FKF Division One promotion playoffs. However, they fell short against Fortune Sacco.MOFA has since recruited experienced players like Brian Juma from MCF, Lawrence Ouma from Vihiga Bullets, and is pursuing Michael Karamor from Kisumu All Stars.“We like blending experience with young players, which is why we are bringing in proven players to help achieve our goals,” a MOFA source said.Meanwhile, another second-tier team, Mombasa Elite, is set to rebrand back to Modern Coast Rangers upon the expiry of their three-year contract with the travel company.Elite rebranded from Modern Coast Rangers three seasons ago but has struggled, facing relegation battles in the last two terms.##NAJAVA_MECA_8228480##
