The saga surrounding Rooney Onyango’s attempted transfer to Singida Black Stars has taken another dramatic twist.The Tanzanian club has now written to Gor Mahia, demanding a refund of the transfer fee they paid last year, as the transfer remains unresolved.Late last year, Singida Black Stars expressed interest in signing the right-back. After receiving approval from Gor Mahia and Onyango, the club proceeded with a transfer fee payment.##NAJAVA_MECA_8609835##While the exact amount paid remains unclear, it is understood that the initial agreed sum was USD 40,000, approximately Ksh. 5 million. It is not confirmed whether the Tanzanian club paid the full amount upfront or a portion of it, pending the transfer completion.Earlier this week, Gor Mahia Secretary-General Sam Ochola revealed that an agreement had been reached for Onyango’s departure this January, with a replacement already lined up for the player, who previously played for Wazito.“The player informed us a few weeks ago that he had agreed on terms with Singida, and we’ve been in talks with them. We’ve made it clear that we have no problem letting him go. He will leave this month and join the Tanzanian side,” said Ochola.Two Kenyan match officials join 14 others as FIFA-accredited refereesHowever, within hours, Onyango refuted this statement, firmly declaring that he would not be joining Singida.”I am not going to Singida Black Stars, that’s for sure,” he told Mozzart Sport. He went on to confirm that he had rejected the offer, and would not be reconsidering his decision.”I turned down the offer to join the team, and that’s my final decision. It’s not up for discussion.”Now, in a surprising turn of events, Singida Black Stars have sent a formal letter to Gor Mahia, demanding the full refund of the transfer fee.Although the exact amount paid is unclear, sources suggest that the sum is either 50% of the agreed USD 40,000, or the full amount.Posta Rangers set to part ways with head coachA Mozzart Sport insider from Gor Mahia confirmed the development.“It’s true that Singida has written to us demanding a refund if we cannot complete the transfer. We’re unsure of the exact amount, but the initial agreed sum was USD 40,000. We are working to resolve the issue internally and hope to find an amicable solution soon.”Meanwhile, Gor Mahia is already preparing for the possibility of Onyango’s departure by considering two potential replacements: Fredrick Alushula of Kariobangi Sharks, who is now out of contract, and Sofapaka’s Baron Ochieng, a more challenging option due to his current contract with Sofapaka, who have already warned off potential suitors.Harambee Stars up against Tanzania in second Mapinduzi Cup clash
