Gor Mahia coach Hassan Oktay has explained the reason for signing Hashim Sempala from Tusker.
The Ugandan midfielder crossed over from the Ruaraka-based Brewers to the Kenyan champions on deadline day after agreeing to pen a two-year contract.
The Cypriot has now revealed to Goal that he had to settle for Sempala because he needed to reinforce the midfield as they strive to retain the league title while challenging for other trophies.
“We needed someone in that position and I am happy that Sempala was available to join us," Oktay told Goal in an interview.