By George Mponda

Karonga, August 8, Mana: In a bid to bolster their squad before the second round of the TNM Superleague kicks off, Karonga United Football Club (FC) has announced the signing of two new players from the Simso league.

Speaking in an interview after the signing ceremony on Thursday, Karonga United Chief Executive Officer, Ramsay Simwaka said it is the club’s policy to be signing raw talent from the lower leagues, nurture and then sell them.

"One is 21-year-old Neverson Nkhoma, a defender from Iponga FC and the other is 20-year-old Ernest Mwenitete, a striker from Chicago FC. Both have signed three year contracts.

“We have two very exciting and young players in our ranks for the second round and both players will help us to take our game to the next level which will be crucial for our success in the season,” Simwaka said.

He added that fans should also expect two or three new players who will also be signed.

On his part, James Kayira, a Karonga United fan said mixing young players with experienved players will help balance them.

“Young players have strength and mixing this with experience, combined with Blessings Mwalilino’s proven goal scoring abilities, will further strengthen our team and I wish them the best in the season," said Kayira.

Karonga United FC are currently on position 11 with 19 points having played 15 games in the TNM Superleague.

They will next face league leaders Silver Strikers on August 10 at Karonga stadium.