Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) sensation Lawrence Okoth Ouma is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after young talents, with a host of clubs from Africa, Europe, and the Middle East chasing his signature, Mozzart Sport can exclusively reveal.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News Despite Kenya’s Rising Stars exiting the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) at the group stage, the team has earned widespread praise for its spirited performances drawing attention from scouts and clubs worldwide.##NAJAVA_MECA_8945126##Among those turning heads are performers like Kevin Wangaya, who won the Man of the Match award in the final group game against Nigeria; Hassan Beja, who scored once and assisted twice; Aldrine Kibet; defender Baron Ochieng—and now, the team’s top scorer, Ouma.Ouma netted twice in the tournament, scoring against Morocco and Tunisia, and emerged as Kenya’s most potent attacking threat.His tireless work rate, intelligent movement, and goal-scoring instincts have caught the eye of scouts from Sudan, Qatar, Belgium, and Sweden.Rising Stars’ AFCON U20 top scorer reveals why he wears jersey number 14According to Hodari Sports Management, the agency representing the 18-year-old forward, Sudanese giants Al Hilal have shown strong interest in acquiring Ouma.Additionally, an unnamed Qatari club has made inquiries, while teams in Belgium and Sweden have invited the youngster for trials.Elvis Majani, Ouma’s representative and one of only four FIFA-accredited agents in Kenya, confirmed the growing interest and said the team is taking a measured approach to secure the best move for the player.“Offers are coming in fast, but we are taking our time to evaluate what’s best for Lawrence. Our focus is not just on money, we’re considering his long-term development,” Majani said.AFCON breakout star yet to receive offers despite goal-scoring form displayed in EgyptThe Sports Lawyer also noted that while all offers are under consideration, priority is being given to opportunities in Europe that provide the best environment for growth.“We want what’s best for the player, not just financially but in terms of his football future. We won’t rush. The goal is to find the right fit,” he added.Majani, who also represents National Super League top scorer Veron Ombima (Darajani Gogo), Joseph Bate, and Syphus Owuor (both at MOFA), believes the AFCON U-20 tournament has been a major turning point for Kenyan youth football.Kenya U20 coach identifies trio ripe for Harambee Stars call upThe Rising Stars earned praise from CAF’s Technical Study Group, led by Walter Steenbok and Nigerian legend Daniel Amokachi, for their brave debut on the continental stage.“Seeing a small midfielder like Kevin [Wangaya] play silky football and feature in the tournament’s best XI shows they had a good outing. We believe they’ll go further next time,” said Amokachi.The real test now lies ahead as the team prepares for future qualifiers, with the goal of returning to the continental stage and providing more Kenyan talents with a platform to shine globally.
