Ugandan Premier League (UPL) outfit SC Villa have confirmed the return of Gavin Kizito after parting ways with Al Ittihad Alexandria of Egypt.
A statement on the club’s official website said: “Sports Club Villa is delighted to confirm the signing of Gavin Kizito Mugweri on a three-year contract,” adding: “Kizito joins the Jogoos as a free agent after a short stint at the Egyptian side Al Ittihad Alexandria Club. Before traveling to Egypt, Gavin was The Jogoos’ defender and skipper in the 2021-22 season.”
Speaking after being unveiled, Kizito said: “Villa is a club that has always had a special place in my heart, and I have been overwhelmed by the welcome messages from everyone at the club,” adding: “I cannot wait to play for the Jogoos when the season begins. I’m looking forward to reaching our desired goals as a team, and I hope we have a very successful season ahead.”
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Kizito has also featured and played in both of Uganda Cranes’ AFCON 2023 qualification games against Algeria and Niger. He rose through the ranks from the U17, U20, and U23 setups. He was a captain for the Uganda U20 team and won silver at the 2021 U20 AFCON championships hosted in Mauritania. In 2019, Gavin guided St. Mary’s Kitende to the Copa Coca-Cola and FEASSSA triumphs.
Kizito is seen as a direct replacement for Gift Fred who left for Tanzanian side Young Africans after nearly guiding Villa to the 17th title last season. He is one of the several newcomers at the club along with exciting midfielders Misi Diego Ssemugera, Elvis Ngondwe, goalkeeper Jean Brady Wokorach, and speedy winger Hakim Kiwanuka.