Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) centre forward Rodgers Ouma Onyango has been invited to train with Swedish club Vasalund Fotboll AB.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News According to an invitation letter seen by Mozzart Sport, the promising striker is set to join the first team, which currently plies their trade in the Swedish third-tier, for a trial period running from Thursday, 10 July to Wednesday, 8 October.##NAJAVA_MECA_8974170##The letter outlines that Vasalund will fully cater for the player’s accommodation, meals, medical treatment, and flight tickets during the trial period.The primary goal is to assess Ouma’s readiness for professional football at the European level.“Vasalund will be responsible for the player’s accommodation, food, medical treatment, and flight tickets during the trial. The player will train with Vasalund Fotboll’s first team to evaluate his ability. If the player does not pass the medical test or football trial, the club guarantees his immediate and safe return to his country of residence,” reads the official statement.PLAYER RATINGS: Debutant Osoro steals the spotlight in Harambee Stars’ win over ChadMOFA expressed pride in the latest development, describing it as a significant milestone aligned with their long-term vision.“This milestone reflects our vision to be a leading institution in developing well-rounded, globally competitive footballers through a sustainable model that integrates sport, education, and character development.Rodgers’ journey is a testament to our mission of nurturing disciplined, skilled, and educated players who respect society. His story embodies the MOFA values of hard work, commitment, integrity, discipline, and professionalism,” the club said in a statement.Joseph Okumu’s advise to Shabana players after surprise visitThe former Ringa Boys High School striker is expected to depart for Stockholm, Sweden, on Saturday, 5 July.Since its inception, MOFA, under the patronage of Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga, has opened international doors for several young Kenyan players.Government reveals date when Nyayo, Kasarani Stadia will be ready for CHANIn 2023, the academy, coached by George Awoko, received an invitation to participate in the prestigious Gothia Puma Trophy Tournament held in Sweden.The club has steadily built strong football ties in Sweden, a country that marked Olunga’s own European debut with IF Djurgårdens, although his move was a permanent transfer and not a trial.##NAJAVA_MECA_8974305##In August 2024, MOFA right-back Jefta Ochieng also moved to Sweden, after being scouted alongside teammate Omar Ali during a six-day elite training camp at the M-Pesa Foundation. The session was closely monitored by Swedish scouts.In another bold move, MOFA was reportedly close to acquiring Swedish third-tier side AFC Eskilstuna in May 2024, as part of its broader strategy to create long-term pathways for Kenyan talent in Europe.##NAJAVA_MECA_8974304##Several Kenyan players have featured in Swedish football in recent years, including Erick “Marcelo” Ouma, Collins Sichenje, Henry Meja, Frank Odhiambo, and Timothy Ouma.Ouma now hopes to follow in their footsteps and begin his journey toward a professional career abroad, one step closer to fulfilling his football dream.
