Tensions are rising at Gor Mahia as star right-back Ronney Onyango pushes back against the club’s announcement of his imminent transfer to Singida Black Stars of Tanzania.On Saturday, Gor Mahia Secretary General Sam Ochola announced that all parties had reached an agreement for Onyango’s transfer to the Tanzanian club during the current window.##NAJAVA_MECA_8609912##Ochola stated that Onyango had informed the club a few weeks ago about his intention to join Singida, and negotiations had progressed.“The player informed us a few weeks ago that he had agreed on terms with Singida, and we have been talking to them. We indicated that we don’t have a problem letting him go. He will leave this month and join the Tanzanian side,” said Ochola.Mozzart Sport understands that Gor Mahia received part of the transfer fee last December and committed to the deal when the Tanzanian window opened in mid-December.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Gor Mahia’s game plan vs Uganda’s Kitara FCHowever, the transfer negotiations have been back and forth since, with Onyango reportedly avoiding talks. Rumors suggest that he is considering other offers from Europe and Asia, which he is currently monitoring.Onyango, whose contract expires in six months, has sharply disagreed with Ochola’s position, making it clear that he will not be moving to Singida Black Stars. “I am not going to Singida Black Stars, that’s for sure,” Onyango told Mozzart Sport.He confirmed that he rejected the offer from Singida and has no plans to change his decision.“I turned down the offer to join the team, and that’s my final decision. It’s not up for discussion,” he added.Homeboyz midfielder hoping to overcome injury in time for CHAN selectionOnyango joined Gor Mahia before the start of the 2022–23 season and has been a key player for both the club and the national team, the Harambee Stars.In his one-and-a-half years at the club, he helped Gor win two league titles and cemented his place in the national team. His performances have attracted interest from clubs across borders, particularly in the past year.The former Dubai-based speedster is versatile, playing both as a right-back for Gor Mahia and as a right-winger for the national team.With his potential departure, Gor Mahia has already moved to identify replacements, including Sofapaka’s Baron Ochieng and Kariobangi Sharks’ Fredrick Alushula. In-house options such as Paul Ochuoga and Philemon Otieno are also available.Late equaliser denies Harambee Stars victory against Burkina Faso
