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Bruce Chikuni
GREENFUEL boss, Rodwell Dhlakama does not know where Denver Mukamba is at the moment.
Dhlakama had expressed his desire to give Mukamba another chance.
But the whereabouts of the 2012 Castle Lager Premiership Soccer Star of the Year are still unknown, even though teams are halfway through their pre-season training.
Mukamba has already been left out of Dynamos’ 2024 squad announced at the weekend, ending any hopes he could be reconsidered by coach Genesis Mangombe.
It was already known that Dynamos had closed the door on him hence the public announcement by Dhlakama late last year that he would give Mukamba another chance in Chisumbanje this coming season.
But with time running out, Dhlakama will be forced to look elsewhere to fill the slot.
So far, Dhlakama has not shown any signs of giving up but he is a concerned man.
“I last spoke with him last season and I will never say no to him, it’s something he knows.
“I haven’t communicated with him for a while and I don’t know where he is at the moment, that’s all I can say for now,” said Dhlakama.
Meanwhile, GreenFuel have secured the services of former Chegutu Pirates goalkeeper, Tendai Chirara.
The 20-year-old has joined Dhlakama’s camp on a one-year deal bringing an end to months of speculation regarding his future.
He was a key player in Chegutu Pirates’ successful pursuit of glory last season, managing 26 clean sheets in 32 matches in the ZIFA Northern Region Division One Soccer League.
Chirara is expected to fill the shoes of the club’s former captain, David Bizabani, who joined FC Platinum earlier this month.
He will however, face competition from Nedreck Mudeya, who also joined Dhlakama’s team from Hwange.
Chirara and Dhlakama have previously worked together during his forgettable time at Ngezi Platinum’s developmental side.
Talking to Zimpapers Sports, Chirara wants to replicate his last season’s success with GreenFuel although he understands it will be a difficult task.
‘’I have always wanted to play in the PSL and last season I really gave it my all to make that happen.
‘’I cannot afford to lower my expectations because it is now a different league, but I will try to remain focused and hope for the best outcome.
‘’This is a new environment with different expectations. At the moment, we are still training and the coaches have not shared much with us, but we know they are expecting nothing less than our best,” said Chirara.
He also praised Chegutu Pirates for helping him become a better goalie.
‘’Chegutu Pirates will always hold a special place in my heart, and I am grateful for what they did for my life and career.
‘’The supporters were amazing, and they helped me in so many ways during my time there.
‘’Pfupajena will always be my home, and I wish them well in the upcoming season,” he said.
Elsewhere, Simba Bhora have parted ways with veteran midfielder, Ronald “Rooney” Chitiyo after his contract expired at the end of the last campaign.
Alexander Mandinyenya is also believed to have packed his bags after the end of his loan agreement with Harare City.
Chitiyo and Mandinyenya scored four goals each to help Simba Bhora avoid relegation.
Goalkeeper Leroy Madziro, who was Simba Chinani’s backup, is also rumoured to be considering a loan move elsewhere after the arrival of two Warriors goalkeepers, Talbert Shumba and Taimon Mvula.
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