Twelve-time FKF Premier League (FKFPL) champions Tusker FC have confirmed the departure of midfielder Joseph Mwangi after reaching a mutual agreement to terminate his contract.The club announced the decision on Wednesday night, bringing an end to Mwangi’s one-year stint with the Brewers.Mwangi, 27, joined Tusker after a standout season with Nzoia Sugar, where he netted 14 goals and provided seven assists, earning him a call-up to the national team in March and June 2023.##NAJAVA_MECA_8720186##“Tusker FC would like to announce that midfielder Joseph Mwangi has left the club after a mutual agreement between both parties. Mwangi, who joined from Nzoia Sugar at the start of the 2023/24 season, has been an integral part of the team, contributing on and off the pitch. We appreciate Joseph for his hard work, dedication, and commitment to Tusker FC. His contributions have been invaluable, and we wish him all the best in his future endeavors,” read part of the club’s statement.Despite struggling to cement his place in Tusker’s midfield, Mwangi expressed gratitude to the club, stating:“I want to take this opportunity to express my deepest gratitude to Tusker FC, the coaches, my teammates, and the fans for their incredible support. It has been an amazing journey, and I’ve learned and grown so much.” “I’ll always cherish the memories and friendships I’ve made here. Thank you for the opportunity to represent this great club, and I wish Tusker continued success in the future.”Gor Mahia keen to warm up for Mashemeji Derby with win over Bidco UnitedAccording to multiple reports, Mwangi has already started training with Nairobi City Stars and is expected to sign a one-year deal, reuniting with coach Salim Babu.In a busy transfer window, the beer makers have won the race for Nzoia Sugar striker Ian Simiyu, beating Shabana and Sofapaka in a two-week bidding war.Simiyu, the current National Super League (NSL) top scorer with 13 goals, has been in red-hot form, netting seven times in February.##NAJAVA_MECA_8723285##He scored hat-tricks against Mully Children Family and SS Assad before closing his NSL chapter with a goal against MOFA last weekend.Meanwhile, the Brewers are also tipped for a reunion with their former winger Luke Namanda, who is currently at AFC Leopards.Namanda won the league with Tusker in the 2020/21 season before moving to Rwandese side Musanze.Nairobi City Stars coach identifies Mohammed Bajaber’s heir
