Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) forwards Lawrence Okoth Ouma and Rodgers Ouma are set to travel to Sweden on Monday, July 21, to link up with third-tier side Vasalunds IF, the club has announced.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe team confirmed the news via its official social media platforms on Saturday night, 19 July.“Our center forwards Rodgers Ouma and Lawrence Ouma Okoth will be traveling to Sweden on Monday after securing their visas. The duo is set to train with Vasalunds IF, with a strong possibility of signing for the club. We’re proud of them and wish them the very best. Lawrence notably stood out during the recent U-20 AFCON tournament held in Egypt.”##NAJAVA_MECA_9023475##The trial stint follows an earlier report by Mozzart Sport, which indicated that Rodgers was expected to spend three months in Sweden, a move that now seems on track after he received his travel documents.According to an invitation letter seen by this publication, Rodgers was supposed to join Vasalunds’ first team for a trial period scheduled from Thursday, July 10, to Wednesday, October 8.Meanwhile, Lawrence Ouma has continued to attract significant attention after his standout showing in the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held earlier this year in Egypt.AFCON breakout star yet to receive offers despite goal-scoring form displayed in EgyptDespite Kenya’s Rising Stars exiting at the group stage, the team earned plaudits for their performances, with several players drawing interest from scouts and clubs worldwide.Among those who impressed were Kevin Wangaya, who won Man of the Match against Nigeria; Hassan Beja, who scored once and assisted twice; Aldrine Kibet; defender Baron Ochieng; and Ouma, who emerged as the team’s top scorer.The 18-year-old striker netted twice in the tournament, against Morocco and Tunisia, and was widely regarded as Kenya’s most dangerous attacking threat.Tusker FC defender out to fulfill boyhood dreams with Harambee StarsHis intelligent movement, relentless work rate, and clinical finishing reportedly drew attention from clubs in Sudan, Qatar, Belgium, and Sweden.Ouma is represented by Elvis Majani, one of only four FIFA-accredited agents in Kenya.##NAJAVA_MECA_9023480##Majani in a previous interview confirmed the growing interest in the forward and emphasized a deliberate approach in finalizing any potential transfer.“We want what’s best for the player, not just financially but in terms of his football future. We won’t rush. The goal is to find the right fit,” Majani told Mozzart Sport.
