SIMBA SC has stated it is planning to release five of its players on loan
Veteran defender, Erasto Nyoni, is one of the players that are to be sent to other sides on loan.
Nyoni’s story is exciting for local soccer stakeholders, who view him as a professional who should be emulated by young players.
The versatile footballer served Azam FC for seven years (2010-17) after joining the club from Vital’O of Burundi.
Nyoni then joined Simba SC in 2017, currently, rumors are circulating from within the club that he is about to be loaned out.
Former Azam FC striker, Philip Alando, who played with Nyoni in the squad before becoming the latter’s manager, was shocked by the news of the loan release.
Alando said Nyoni, despite his age, has maintained his form due to the discipline he shows on and off the pitch.
“If I were the leader of any team I would sign Nyoni, he can play more than one position, he has much experience and discipline. I have played with him and I know how he respects the game.”
”That is why young footballers come and go, his age mates disappear, but he is still there,” he said.
“If his club gets rid of him, the decision will not result from a drop in form, maybe the coach has a plan to have young players.”
Alando said Nyoni is not only a good player but also he likes to bring happiness to his teammates.
Former Gwambina FC coach, Athuman Bilal ‘Bilo’, pointed out he still feels Nyoni has a chance to stay at Simba SC because of his style of play.
“Having a player who can play more than one position is an advantage for the team.”
”He also has the discipline to maintain the standard and he will be a leader to promising footballers. As far as his age is concerned, he deserves to leave with dignity,” Bilal stated.
Former Simba SC goalkeeper, Steven Nemes, said: “A player should be judged by what he shows on the pitch and not out of it, although I can’t say much, Nyoni is a good example.”
Kagera Sugar’s youth team’s coach, George Kavila, said he still believes Nyoni has what it takes to continue serving Simba SC.
