Gor Mahia are looking to restructure their recruitment strategy as they aim to cement their status as both domestic and continental giants. The FKF Premier League champions are keen to revive a legacy of foreign talent that once powered them to glory.
With an illustrious history of success in Kenyan football, Gor Mahia’s past triumphs have often been driven by exceptional foreign players. Names like Khalid Aucho, Geoffrey Walusimbi, Dan Sserunkuma, Jacques Tuyisenge, and Meddie Kagere evoke memories of a dominant K’Ogalo side. Sserunkuma, in particular, played a pivotal role in 2013, helping end an 18-year title drought for the club. These players not only made an impact in the local league but also raised Gor Mahia’s profile in continental competitions.
Now, amid a heated three-horse race for the FKF Premier League crown alongside Kenya Police and Tusker, Gor Mahia is looking to tap back into that winning formula. Under new leadership, the club’s management is exploring ways to blend local and foreign talent in a bid to maintain their dominance and achieve greater success across Africa.
The club’s recently unveiled deputy patron has emphasized the importance of quality recruitment, expressing a strong desire to bring in players who can make an immediate impact. The goal is to attract top-tier foreign players, just like the club did in its golden years. According to the club’s leadership, any foreign player brought into the squad must possess a proven track record and be capable of elevating the team’s performance to higher levels.
The idea is not to flood the squad with international names for the sake of it, but to focus on players who offer real quality players “of no mean repute,” who can compete not only locally but also against Africa’s best. The belief is that such recruitment would significantly strengthen Gor Mahia’s squad and enhance their competitiveness in both the FKF Premier League and CAF competitions.
The club already boasts a few promising foreign players who have started to make their mark. Ghanaian midfielder Enock Morrison brings stability and creativity to the midfield, while Ugandan striker Charles Bbaale adds a goal-scoring threat. Congolese forward Gedeon Bendeka has also been instrumental in key matches, contributing to the team’s offensive depth. Their presence reflects Gor Mahia’s continued trust in foreign talent, and the club is eager to build on that foundation.
However, the club leadership insists that recruitment must begin with scouring the local scene for emerging talent. Developing homegrown players remains a priority, with foreign imports expected to complement and not replace local talent. This dual-pronged approach is seen as a sustainable way to grow the club’s profile and maintain a competitive edge.
With the right scouting networks and support systems in place, Gor Mahia believes it can once again become a magnet for top talent from across the continent. As the team chases another league title and prepares for continental duties, the pursuit of high-caliber foreign players is expected to remain a key part of their strategy.
In the coming seasons, fans of K’Ogalo will be hoping to witness a revival of the glory days, powered by a mix of rising Kenyan stars and proven foreign performers.
