Andre Kalama has termed his move to Nairobi City Stars in the off-season transfer window a ‘breath of fresh air’ even as he aims to earn a national team call-up in the course of the season.The forward was part of the Sofapaka squad last season that helped the club narrowly escape the wide jaws of relegation that was looking to devour them.He scored the only goal in the second leg of the promotion playoff last season to ensure Sofapaka maintain their FKF Premier League status at the expense of National Super League (NSL) side Naivas FC.AFC Leopards goalkeeper Levis Opiyo blames ‘juju’ for derby mistakes, vows to end Gor Mahia’s dominanceThe former Kibera Black Stars man then crossed over to Kawangware and joined City Stars whom he praised in an interview with the club’s website after making his debut in the 1-0 loss to Mara Sugar FC in their last league match“I am thankful for the opportunity to get my first league game in City Stars colours under my belt.My move to Nairobi City Stars has been like a breath of fresh air. After a tough season last season, fighting for survival in the league, I am happy to have secured a move to a team which finished well, in the top half of the table,” he said.##NAJAVA_MECA_8361361##The youngster is not about to be comfortable at Simba wa Nairobi though as he is determined to have great performances, better than what he had last season and finally catch the eye of Engin Firat, the Harambee Stars head coach.“In City Stars, I look to help the team achieve an even better place in the league table. I also look to improve on my goal tally from last season, and be able to earn a national team call-up,” he added.Kalama who is only having his second season in the top flight was also grateful to Patrick Korir, the club’s CEO and vowed to repay his faith in him.Gor Mahia duo indefinitely suspended, set to face disciplinary committee“I am thankful to the club CEO and all those involved in bringing me in and I look forward to having an outstanding season ahead,” he stated.Although his debut ended on a sour note, suffering a defeat, he is confident of doing better once he gels with the rest of the team.“It was a rough outing but I believe that I am integrating well with my teammates as well as the system of play and I will be able to do more in the upcoming matches when called upon.”##NAJAVA_MECA_8361381##City Stars will face AFC Leopards in the next league match on Sunday 29 September at Dandora Stadium.
