Harambee Stars defender secures transfer to Azerbaijani side

Kenyan international Johnstone Omurwa has completed a move to Azerbaijan Premier League side Kapaz FC on a short-term deal until the end of the season.The 26-year-old center-back joins the struggling side as they look to bolster their defense in the fight against relegation.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News!!!Kapaz confirmed Omurwa’s signing in a statement: “Our team has signed Johnstone Omurwa. The Kenyan footballer has joined on a contract until the end of the season. Omurwa plays as a central defender. The 26-year-old’s last club was Saudi Arabian side Abha.”Conston Omurva “Kəpəz”də 🤝Komandamız Conston Omurvanı heyətinə cəlb edib. Keniyalı futbolçu ilə mövsümün sonuna kimi müqavilə imzalanıb. Omurva mərkəz müdafiəçisi mövqeyində çıxış edir. 26 yaşlı oyunçunun son klubu Səudiyyə Ərəbistanı təmsilçisi “Abha” olub. pic.twitter.com/Z2nVITZRmH— Kapaz PFC (@kapazpfc1959) March 28, 2025 ##NAJAVA_MECA_8812226##Omurwa, who started his professional career at Wazito FC, has had stints at Mathare United, Portuguese side Estrela da Amadora, and most recently, Abha in Saudi Arabia.His time at Estrela saw him play a key role in their promotion to the Primeira Liga, while at Abha, he featured regularly collecting 1355 minutes, before seeking a move due to reduced playing time.FKFPL: Mathare United, Talanta secure vital wins to ease relegation woesThe Harambee Stars defender made his senior national team debut in 2019 and has since been an integral figure in Kenya’s backline, even captaining the team in 2021. His experience and defensive solidity will be crucial as Kapaz battles to retain its top-flight status.Omurwa could make his debut as early as Sunday when Kapaz takes on bottom-placed Sabail FC. With his contract set to expire at the end of the season, he will have the opportunity to explore new options in the summer.Patrick Matasi: FKF requests 2 government institutions to investigate suspended keeper

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