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The Uganda Hippos forward ended his 15-year stay with boyhood club Proline FC after penning a two-year deal with the Red Eagles.
Alpha Ssali has got many talking after he sealed his move to traditional giants Express FC on Monday.
The Uganda Hippos forward ended his 15-year stay with boyhood club Proline FC after penning a two-year deal with the Red Eagles.
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15:09 - 14.08.2023
FOOTBALL Alpha Ssali is a valuable addition to Express FC – James Odoch
The Uganda Hippos forward was unveiled to the media on Monday afternoon at Skys Hotel Naguru in Kampala.
Ssali, 19, says he was approached by several top Uganda Premier League sides, including KCCA FC, where his grandfather Mr Jaberi Bidandi Ssali, was once club head coach but chose Express FC.
"Many top UPL clubs approached me, but I chose Express FC because they are willing to give me time to become a better player," Ssali told Pulse Sports.
"I also have many friends who played at the club and advised me that it was the right decision."
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10:13 - 14.08.2023
FOOTBALL Alpha Ssali joins Uganda Premier League side
Ssali, who confirmed his departure from boyhood club Proline FC a few days ago, has joined Express FC on a two-year contract with his unveiling set for Monday, Pulse Sports can confirm.
"I know what it means to wear the Express FC shirt, and I am ready to give everything; I have also set personal goals ahead of the season," he added.
The former Proline FC forward has been out of action for a while nursing an injury, but he is now back to full fitness and was part of the players that reported for preseason with the Red Eagles on Monday.
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17:52 - 14.08.2023
FOOTBALL Internet reacts to Alpha Ssali's move to Express
He is son to re-known musician, Moses Ssali alias Bebe Cool and thus, the move has expectedly drawn a flurry of reactions.
Alpha Ssali is the son of renowned music artiste Moses Ssali alias Bebecool, who recently maintained that the former would only feature for top European sides.
However, the long injury layoff has changed Bebecool's mind.
The seven-time league champions finished 10th last season, and Alpha Ssali will be tasked with helping James Odoch's side earn a better place finish in the upcoming campaign.
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