Former Vipers defender close to joining Villa

Joseph Dhata is moments away from joining Villa|Vipers Image

FOOTBALL Former Vipers defender close to joining Villa

Allan Damba • 17:18 - 11.07.2023

It has been reported the former Vipers SC player is currently training with Villa at East High Ntinda and that personal terms have been agreed.

South Sudan international Joseph Dhata Lujang is moments away from joining Uganda Premier League record holders SC Villa.

According to Swift Sports, the right-back, who can also trade as a central defender, will put pen to paper on a three-year employment contract with the Jogoo.

It has been reported the former Vipers SC player is currently training with Villa at East High Ntinda and that personal terms have been agreed.

Dhata spent the preceding campaign at Express FC following his departure from Vipers in the 2021/22 season.

Dhata spent lasts eason at Express|Express image

Meanwhile, it's a massive loss for Express, who have already lost two key players, including top scorer Allan Kayiwa and winger Joseph Akandwanaho.

Dhata will be a significant addition for Villa as they look for quality and numbers in defence following the departure of skipper Gift Fred.

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