Harambee Stars player Jesse Were has had his contract with Zesco United extended, the club has said. In a statement, the Zambian club said that it was extending the contract with the Kenyan star by 2 years.
"We are delighted to announce that Jesse Were has extended his stay with us for the next two years. Were has been a key part of this football club's success as such we are extremely delighted that he has made the decision to be with us for the next two more years, " the club said in its statement.
However, Anthony Akumu, the Kenyan midfielder, has left Zesco United, the club announced in its statement. According to the club, the departure came after spirited efforts to reach a mutual agreement failed to bear fruits.
No indication was given whether the lack of agreement was around issues of pay.
"It is with deep regret that we announce the departure of Kenyan midfielder Anthony Akumu. The club made a lot of effort to extend Akumu's contract, unfortunately, the two parties could not reach an agreement. We wish to take this opportunity to thank Akumu for his immense contribution to the success of Zesco United Football Club, " the statement continued.