Tusker Football Club on Thursday, July 18 announced the departure of 11 first-team players after the expiry of their contracts.

The decision, the Kenya Premier League club says, marks a new chapter “as we continue to evolve and build towards future success.”

The following players will not be part of the team for the 2024-25 season;

Eric Kapaito, Daniel Sakari, Brian Bwire, Eric Zakayo, Stewart Omondi, Collins Otieno, Jimmy Mbugua, Eugene Asike, Boniface Onyango, Eric Otieno and Ibrahim Joshua.

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to each of these players for their dedication, hard work, and contributions to the club. Their efforts have been integral to our achievements and their commitment to the club will always be appreciated,” the club wrote on its website.

“As we embark on this new season, Tusker FC is focused on strengthening the squad and building a team that is poised for success. The club’s management and coaching staff are working diligently to ensure a competitive and exciting squad for the new season.”

The club wished the players all the best in their future endeavors, thanking them for their invaluable contributions to the 2021-2022 premier league champions.

Robert Matano also leaves

Veteran Coach Robert Matano is also leaving the Brewers after six years as head coach following the expiry of his contract.

Matano is not only the most successful coach at Tusker FC but also the most successful local coach in the Football Kenya Federation Premier League.

 Matano won the 2012 Premier League title in his first stint with Tusker FC.

The tactician rejoined Tusker FC in April 2018 from AFC Leopards with the task of delivering the League title and ending the dominance of Gor Mahia at that time.