Gor Mahia new signing Shafiq Batambuze has excited his coach, Dylan Kerr, as well as Gor Mahia fans, who can not wait for the return of the Kenya Premier League.
Batambuze joined the club at the end of last season after the club lost Godfrey Walusimbi.
Coach Kerr has admitted that Batambuze is a perfect signing, and will replace Walusimbi in his left back role.
“I liked the way Shafik played against Everton; confidence on the ball, knew when to pass, hold and press. He was also good defensively and that was the best part of it, he is a good signing. Yes, we lost a good player in Walusimbi, it was a blow but I believe Shafik will fill his position well," says Kerr as quoted by Goal.
The coach is also impressed with Batambuze's attacking prowess and says it will be a great addition to help George Odhiambo in the attack.
The team jetted back from England last weekend, after playing Everton in a friendly match organised by sponsors Sportpesa.
They will now start preparing for the new KPL season, as well as CAF matches that are set to kick-off this month.