- Austin Odhiambo pens emotional farewell after completing move to Lebanese outfit Nejmeh SC.
- Odhiambo departs Gor Mahia as a fan favourite and one of the most influential midfielders to grace the SportPesa League in recent seasons.
- Odhiambo joined Gor Mahia in 2021 from arch-rivals AFC Leopards and won 2 league titles.
Fan favorite and creative attacking midfielder Austin Odhiambo has penned a heartfelt message to Gor Mahia supporters following his completed transfer to Lebanese giants Nejmeh SC this week.
The move, which was finalized on New Year’s Eve and has since sparked conversations across different quarters, brings to an end a glittering three-year stint at Gor Mahia, where Odhiambo joined from cross-town rivals AFC Leopards before going on to win two league titles with K’Ogalo.
Taking to his social media handles on New Year’s Day, the 2023/24 season Most Valuable Player shared a touching message with the fans, teammates, and management who supported his journey since he joined from AFC Leopards in 2021.
Austin Odhiambo pens emotional farewell
Today I bid farewell to this club that has been a home to me for the past three years. This was not an easy decision, but I’m moving on to a new challenge in my career.
I want to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for your unwavering support.
We have shared countless memories, celebrated victories, faced challenges together, and I will cherish those moments forever.
To the FANS, all I can say is thank you. You supported me even in my lowest moments. You will forever remain special to me,” Odhiambo wrote.
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Odhiambo departure leaves a massive void in the Gor Mahia squad. Since his arrival in 2021, he has been the creative heartbeat of the team playing a pivotal role in securing the 2022/23 and 2023/24 league trophies for the record champions.
During his time at Kogalo, he had his peak in the 2023/24 season with twelve goals and thirteen assists, earning him the Most Valuable Player award.
By joining Nejmeh SC, Odhiambo reunites with fellow Harambee Stars teammates Anthony Teddy Akumu and Masud Juma in Beirut.
The Lebanese Premier League side, currently managed by Tunisian coach Radhi Jaïdi, welcomed Odhiambo with a bold statement:
“We won’t talk much,the pitch will be the scale and decider. Austin Odhiambo, welcome to Lighthouse Castle.”
As Odhiambo’s exit is confirmed,the Green Army now turns its attention to the mid season transfer window which opens on 12th January to find a successor for the creative midfield role.