Yanga midfielder mulling big money move amidst exciting bid from South African giants

Yanga midfielder mulling big money move amidst exciting bid from South African giants

Festus Chuma 12:00 - 10.07.2024

Young Africans' star midfielder is attracting strong interest from Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns creating uncertainty about his future.

Tanzania Premier League side Young Africans' President Hersi Ally Said has provided a crucial update on the status of their in-demand midfielder, Stephane Aziz Ki.

With the midfielder’s exceptional performances, especially in the CAF Champions League, he has caught the eyes of top South African clubs, including Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.

The 28-year-old Burkina Faso international has become one of the most sought-after players on the African continent following his stellar displays for Yanga.

Despite Yanga's exit from the CAF Champions League at the hands of Sundowns, Aziz Ki's performances left spectators and pundits in awe, triggering a flurry of interest from top clubs.

According to a report by KickOff, Orlando Pirates have gone as far as making inquiries about the dynamic midfielder.

Multiple other reports also indicate that Mamelodi Sundowns are keen on securing Aziz Ki's services.

His contributions in the Champions League, including two goals and two assists in 12 appearances, have significantly boosted his profile.

Speaking at the launch of the Toyota Cup on Monday, Young Africans' President Hersi Ally Said acknowledged the mounting interest from South African clubs and discussed the likelihood of Aziz Ki remaining with the Tanzanian giants.

"He has tried to make his position clear that he wants to stay. I signed him two years ago and I told him about my project, that we want to take this team to the next level, with him as well, and he was the key member of the plan.

So, our discussion was the same and he was very keen to say, 'I need to be here at Young Africans'," he said.

Said further elaborated on the financial temptations that often influence players' decisions in modern football.

"Football is business nowadays. You can be tempted to stay, but financial approaches can change your mind. So, [the chances of him staying or leaving are] 60/40."