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Harambee Stars midfielder Timothy Ouma returned to action for his club after missing AFCON qualifiers amid transfer speculation and unrest.
Harambee Stars midfielder Timothy Ouma made a notable return to action for his club, IF Elfsborg, in their 1-0 victory over Halmstad during a tightly contested Allsvenskan match on Sunday evening.
Ouma's appearance marked his resurgence on the pitch after missing Kenya's recent AFCON 2025 qualifiers, a situation that has stirred speculation about his future.
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Introduced in the 56th minute as a substitute for Arber Zeneli, Ouma played 35 minutes, helping his team secure a crucial win as they continue their push for a top finish in the Swedish league.
The match started on a high note for Elfsborg, with Zeneli firing them into the lead just three minutes into the game.
The goal came from a corner taken by Besfort Zeneli, who delivered a well-placed ball into the box. The Halmstad defense managed to clear it, but the ball landed perfectly at the feet of Arber Zeneli, who unleashed a powerful low shot into the bottom corner of the net, leaving Halmstad goalkeeper Tim Ronning with no chance.
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Despite several attempts by Halmstad to find an equalizer, Elfsborg's defense, bolstered by Ouma’s solid midfield presence, held firm to claim the win.
Ouma’s performance, while brief, drew attention due to his recent absence from the national team.
The 20-year-old midfielder had been conspicuously missing from the Harambee Stars squad that played in the first round of the AFCON 2025 qualifiers, sparking rumors about his international future.
According to reports, Ouma’s no-show for national duty may be linked to growing transfer interest from top European clubs, which has reportedly unsettled the former Nairobi City Stars player.
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Among the clubs reportedly keeping tabs on Ouma is French Ligue 1 side AS Saint-Étienne, with sources indicating that the talented midfielder is eager to make the move to a bigger European stage.
However, it is believed that Elfsborg rejected these offers during the summer transfer window, a decision that left Ouma frustrated. His absence from the AFCON qualifiers was interpreted by some as a direct consequence of this situation.
For now, Ouma seems focused on his responsibilities at Elfsborg, where he continues to impress with his technical ability and versatility in midfield.
Despite the transfer rumors swirling around him, Ouma’s performance in Sunday’s victory showed his professionalism and commitment to his current club.
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As the Swedish season draws to a close, it remains to be seen whether Ouma will stay at Elfsborg or pursue his dream of playing in one of Europe’s top leagues.
His next move will undoubtedly be closely watched by both his club and the Harambee Stars who will hope to have him back in the squad for future AFCON qualifying matches.
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