Kenyan midfielder Philip Mayaka has been handed a new lease of life after joining Major Soccer League (MLS) NEXT Pro side Charlotte FC.The 21-year-old was released by Colorado Rapids at the end of the season without making an appearance for the senior side and remained club-less before signing for Charlotte FC.Kenyan midfielder released by MLS clubThe details of the contract were not released by Charlotte but he is expected to feature in the MLS NEXT Pro which is a reserve league classified as part of the third tier of the United States soccer league system.New Crown Jewels 💎 We have signed Philip Mayaka, Ethan Dudley and Gurman Sangha to our @MLSNEXTPRO team.📝 https://t.co/1TeMyts6qf pic.twitter.com/A6AokmQps1— Charlotte FC (@CharlotteFC) January 4, 2023 Charlotte announced the signing of the former St. Anthony’s High School – Kitale alumnus on their portal as they detailed some of his achievements.“Mayaka, a midfielder, was selected third overall by the Colorado Rapids in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft out of Clemson University. The Kenyan spent the 2021 season on loan in the United Soccer League Championship with the Colorado Switchbacks making 19 appearances. ##NAJAVA_MECA_6923523##The midfielder debuted in MLS NEXT Pro for the Rapids last season, scoring two goals and adding an assist in 18 matches. Out of favor Kenyan born midfielder shipped out on loan to CzechIn October 2021, Mayaka was called into the Kenyan National Team for a World Cup Qualifier against Mali,” read the statement from the club.Mayaka was drafted third overall in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft by the Colorado Rapids but has had challenges living up to expectations.
