With the aim of bouncing back stronger next season, Wekundu wa Msimbazi want to completely rebuild the playing unit.
Harambee Stars defender Joash Onyango could be sitting on the edge as Simba SC are reportedly looking to overhaul the entire squad.
After failing to win the Tanzanian Mainland Premier League title, head coach Roberto ‘Robertinho’ Oliveira has reportedly told the club’s board he wants to sign 11 new players.
Although reports indicate Onyango has already handed in a transfer request, the latest revelation, as published by Mwanaspoti, could all but confirm the Kenyan might leave Wekundu wa Msimbazi at the end of the season.
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The Harambee Stars defender is reportedly ‘fed up’ with constant criticism from Wekundu wa Msimbazi supporters
The former Gor Mahia defender has been a mainstay figure at the heart of Simba’s defence since he signed, but he has had to deal with criticism following errors committed that led to opposition goals.
With Yanga, Simba’s arch-rivals, retaining the league, pressure is on the Kariakoo side, who were very dominant before the previous season.
Before Yanga lifted the title in the previous term, Wekundu wa Msimbazi were Tanzania’s champions for four consecutive seasons.
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Robertinho has now started planning for next season, and in his transfer wishlist handed to the club’s hierarchy, he has pointed out why he needs to overhaul the squad and sign 11 new players.
Simba are not chasing any titles this season as they were eliminated from the Azam Federation Cup and failed to progress in the CAF competitions.
According to reports in Tanzania, Simba’s technical bench has already identified a defender, a defensive midfielder from Azam FC, and a goalkeeper from Vipers SC, putting Onayngo’s place in a very precarious position.
Robertinho is reportedly keen on signing a goalkeeper, two centre-backs, two defensive midfielders, a left back, two attacking midfielders, a striker, and two wingers.