David GOMBE

Uganda Cranes striker Muhammad Shaban has accomplished his transfer to Kenyan Premier League aspect Nairobi United FC.

The skilled ahead joins Nairobi United as a free agent following his departure from Kitara FC, the place he spent a brief spell after becoming a member of the Hoima-based aspect in February 2026.

Shaban opted to go away Kitara on the conclusion of the 2025/26 season and has now launched into a brand new chapter in Kenyan soccer.

At Nairobi United, Shaban will hyperlink up with a number of fellow Ugandans. The membership already has Mustapha Kizza, Charles Waibi, Titus Ssematimba and Gavin Kizito, who was formally unveiled earlier this month.

The rising Ugandan presence has made Nairobi United one of the adopted golf equipment by Ugandan followers throughout the border.

Shaban isn’t any stranger to the massive stage. He rose to prominence throughout a formidable spell at Onduparaka FC earlier than occurring to characteristic for Uganda’s largest golf equipment, together with Vipers SC and KCCA FC.

The ahead has additionally had spells overseas, that includes in Libya and Ethiopia, and had a stint with Moroccan giants Raja Casablanca. At one level, he was near becoming a member of Kenyan giants Gor Mahia, though the transfer didn’t materialize.

Identified for his energy, aerial capacity and medical ending, Shaban’s expertise throughout completely different leagues and with the Uganda Cranes provides one other dimension to Nairobi United’s assault because the membership continues to strengthen forward of the brand new season.