Lwaliwa closing in on the transfer to Libya (Picture/Courtesy)

David GOMBE

Uganda Cranes defender Halid Lwaliwa has agreed phrases with Libyan Premier League aspect Al Bashayer Misrata SC, Swift Sports activities Uganda understands.

The skilled centre-back has been a free agent since his departure from Al Shabab SC in Oman.

Lwaliwa, who has had stints in several leagues throughout Asia and Europe, is anticipated to signal a two-year employment contract on the Libyan outfit.

The previous Vipers SC skipper will be part of midfielder Norman Odipio who accomplished a transfer to Bashayer Misrata earlier this week from Maroons FC.

Lwaliwa left Vipers in 2022 after a formidable eight-year spell at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende, the place he gained a number of home honours.

Following his departure at Vipers, Lwaliwa moved to North Macedonia, becoming a member of top-flight aspect FK Bregalnica Štip earlier than crossing to Saudi Arabian aspect Al-Ain FC and later to Al Shabab SC in Oman.

He’s now set to turn out to be the fourth Ugandan to play within the Libyan Premier League after Steven Mukwala, defender Richard Juuko Kassaga and his soon-to-be teammate Odipio.

The Libyan Premier League is about to kick off on October eighth with 28 groups participating in two teams of 14 every.