{"id":3892,"date":"2025-06-11T17:54:43","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T14:54:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.betsure.com\/ug\/news\/?p=3892"},"modified":"2026-04-11T15:14:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T12:14:49","slug":"2025-buganda-masaza-cup-venues-from-bakijjulula-to-hamz-where-culture-meets-football","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ug\/temps\/2025-buganda-masaza-cup-venues-from-bakijjulula-to-hamz-where-culture-meets-football\/","title":{"rendered":"Thursday Transfer Gossip: Byekwaso, Tito, Lwanga, Esenu, Kibirige &amp; More Light Up the Window"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXemz88fUR3FJq8aklN_RxkUphLSI3ttzakIs7tUEkF8taiR8V_dW9BY8fJon0bK-V9BmbHj8kz1zOa6rsbCrttZe-RVe1eeuWCOGYCe1OIlZWDkr4z3YSYv_l5fg3YxgfLe14sxHw?key=axCUZa5ZIxiodfc2uY9QyQ\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The transfer window is heating up fast, and this Thursday\u2019s rumor mill is buzzing with some of the biggest names in Ugandan football and the regional scene. From experienced midfield generals to rising attackers and coaching shake-ups, clubs are wasting no time in reshaping their squads ahead of the 2025\/26 season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Morley Byekwaso Eyes Return to Dugout<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Former Uganda U20 and KCCA FC coach <strong>Morley Byekwaso<\/strong> is reportedly on the radar of two top-flight clubs in the region. Sources suggest talks have intensified between Byekwaso and a Tanzanian Premier League side looking to rebuild after a disappointing campaign. His tactical acumen and youth development record make him a highly sought-after figure. If finalized, his return could be a major shake-up on the East African coaching scene, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/sports\/Volleyball\">bangbet Sports Volleyball<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tito Okello Linked with Arabian Move<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Striker <strong>Tito Okello<\/strong>, currently with Kenya\u2019s Gor Mahia, is rumored to be in advanced talks with a second-division club in the United Arab Emirates. The South Sudanese international has been in solid form, and sources close to his camp say the financial package on the table is \u201ctoo good to ignore.\u201d A move to the Middle East could mark a lucrative new chapter for the prolific forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcj6OECQVp9S2Mi5DIVKSNJ_rVnSsn5kqo9BVORMOzcTNMZo7xI9eKct_hRHRjJofv3IFJWuQLKOKZf69caW-YM1NtCxPQw6Qu9AmmlMhXr-1vIgP-NmGl-PI4TPVz2DN9b7h_TVg?key=axCUZa5ZIxiodfc2uY9QyQ\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tadeo Lwanga\u2019s Homecoming?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Uganda Cranes midfield powerhouse <strong>Tadeo Lwanga<\/strong> may be on the verge of a sensational return to the Uganda Premier League. The former Simba SC and Arta Solar7 star has been clubless since January and is reportedly training with an unnamed UPL side. Fans are already speculating that either SC Villa or Vipers SC could be plotting a high-profile midfield signing. If it materializes, Lwanga\u2019s presence would immediately boost any title-chasing squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mwere and Esenu in Midfield Swap Talks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KCCA FC and BUL FC are reportedly considering a <strong>midfield-forward swap deal<\/strong> involving <strong>Bright Mwere<\/strong> and <strong>Richard Esenu<\/strong>. Mwere has been a consistent creative spark at KCCA but has struggled with injuries, while Esenu has enjoyed a career-best season at BUL. The clubs are believed to be ironing out the financial details. Such a trade could balance both squads ahead of continental competition commitments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Simon Kibirige Targeted by Big Three<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proline FC\u2019s young goalkeeper, <strong>Simon Kibirige,<\/strong> is the subject of a fierce transfer tug-of-war among Uganda\u2019s \u201cBig \u201dThree\u201d\u2014KCCA FC, Vipers SC, and SC Villa. Kibirige impressed at the 2025 FUFA Juniors League and has been tipped as a future Cranes regular. With all three clubs looking to secure long-term options between the posts, Kibirige\u2019s next move will be closely watched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fred Amaku Set for Congo Challenge<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Experienced forward <strong>Fred Amaku<\/strong>, fresh off a decent season with Maroons FC, is rumored to be finalizing a move to <strong>AS Vita Club<\/strong> in the Democratic Republic of Congo. At 29, Amaku is reportedly seeking one last big-money move. If confirmed, he would follow in the footsteps of several Ugandan players who have successfully transitioned to Central African leagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ibrahim Mwanje Wanted by URA FC<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After his standout performances in the Buganda Masaza Cup and regional tournaments, winger <strong>Ibrahim Mwanje<\/strong> has emerged as a top target for <strong>URA FC<\/strong>. The club is believed to be rebuilding its attacking line after losing several senior players to foreign clubs. Mwanje\u2019s pace and flair fit perfectly with URA\u2019s new high-pressing game plan under coach Sam Ssimbwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Isabirye\u2019s Future in Doubt<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coach <strong>Alex Isabirye<\/strong>, who recently left BUL FC, is reportedly in a holding pattern as multiple clubs explore his availability. Sources say he has turned down two offers from lower-table teams, holding out for a project with better long-term vision. While his next move remains unclear, Isabirye\u2019s track record of turning struggling teams into top-four finishers ensures he won\u2019t be out of work for long. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/sports\/Football\">bangbet Sports Football<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfxRUPwH67vptC5_FEHGJPDIJi7HXlIBkfP7sp3EQ0TJ4RNWnLhja7XxA3H9_zpjbgEELUn9l9liDk40LComjMLNhMzfnO9aCTVganmNWr2KZr1Xj40CRnRt0I5yLDfu-JUUUbDTA?key=axCUZa5ZIxiodfc2uY9QyQ\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts: A Market Full of Movement and Opportunity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Thursday\u2019s gossip paints a picture of a dynamic East African football market\u2014one where coaching expertise, regional talent, and financial opportunity are tightly intertwined. From Tito\u2019s potential leap to the Middle East to the local chess moves involving Esenu, Lwanga, and Kibirige, it\u2019s clear that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/\">bangbet<\/a> Ugandan football is evolving both in ambition and reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next few weeks promise more twists, confirmed signings, and maybe even a few surprises. One thing\u2019s for sure: the transfer window isn\u2019t just alive, it\u2019s <strong>on fire<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The transfer window is heating up fast, and this Thursday\u2019s rumor mill is buzzing with some of the biggest names in Ugandan football and the regional scene. From experienced midfield generals to rising attackers and coaching shake-ups, clubs are wasting no time in reshaping their squads ahead of the 2025\/26 season. 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