Former Zoo FC forward Derrick Anami has thanked her younger sister Jentrix Shikagwa of Simba Queens after the former signed for promoted FKF Premier League side Mathare United.Anami joined the Slum Boys from National Super League (NSL) side Naivas FC after a two-year hiatus from the top tier.Anami itching to follow the footsteps of his younger sister ShikangwaSpeaking to Mathare United after his unveiling, the former Zoo FC striker said that her sister and the coaches he has worked under over the years have been integral in his move.”I want to thank those who have supported me in this journey. My coaches back home in Kakamega and also my younger sister, Jentrix Shikagwa. She has really been helpful in this journey. She made sure I didn’t give up until the time that I came back on top,” said Anami.The forward added that he was delighted to join a club with a rich history that he used to admire as a young kid and also when he played against them, both at Zoo FC and last season turning out for Naivas.##NAJAVA_MECA_8284392##”I am happy to be at Mathare United and in the Premier League after two seasons away; one in Division 1 and another in the NSL. I thank the club for giving me this opportunity and I am here to help Mathare reclaim its glory,” he added.Additionally, Anami said that he is hopeful of hitting the ground running to help the team especially considering he is settling in well and faster due to familiarity.Chris Ochieng rallies Gor Mahia fans ahead of CAF Champions League return match”I will settle faster because my previous clubs played possession-based football which is also the case here. I have also met people that I am familiar with having played together,” he concluded.Anami is working hard to gain match fitness and be able to compete once again after spending a majority of last season on the sidelines nursing a nagging knee injury.He is one of the additions to the Mathare United team as they strive to put in a good shift in the league and avoid relegation as was the case two seasons ago.
