FC Talanta defender Cliff Oruko has expressed firm belief that the club is well-poised for an immediate return to the FKF Premier League following their heartbreaking relegation to the National Super League (NSL) on the final day of the recently concluded season.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe Communications Authority of Kenya-backed side suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to fellow relegation strugglers Murang’a Seal, a result that sealed their fate and brought an end to their four-year stay in Kenya’s top-flight.Harambee Stars learn fixture schedule of home 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN)Having earned automatic promotion in the 2020/21 season after being crowned NSL champions, Talanta had remained a resilient force in the FKFPL until the final hurdle of the 2024/25 campaign.Despite the disappointment, Oruko remains optimistic about a quick turnaround.##NAJAVA_MECA_8996633##Speaking exclusively to Mozzart Sport, the former KCB FC and Bidco United winger, now operating as a wing-back, identified continuity and leadership support as the pillars that will drive Talanta’s resurgence.”We came close but were left disappointed on the final day; however, the setback is behind us now, and we are aiming for an imminent return to FKFPL,” Oruko said.Michael Olunga provides update on his club’s stadium construction [VIDEO]“To realise that dream, keeping the squad intact and receiving support from the management will be the major catalyst. The office has already given us their word, which I believe will do the magic. If Mathare United could bounce back immediately, so can we.”##NAJAVA_MECA_8995835##Mathare United and Wazito FC currently remain the only relegated sides to have achieved promotion at the first time of asking—a feat FC Talanta now seeks to emulate.The 25-year-old defender, who transitioned into a defensive role since he joined from Bidco United during the mid-season transfer window, has impressed in the new position.On loan Gor Mahia youngster out to make Mozzart Bet Cup his first major titleWhile his natural game leans toward attack, Oruko revealed that returning to the wing-back role rekindled early memories of his football journey.”It wasn’t hard for me to shift because I grew up playing that role before moving up front. Honestly, it has brought a lot of positive views and admiration since I returned to the position at Talanta,” he added.
