Allan Okello: Young Africans seal signing of Uganda star from Vipers SC

Ugandan Premier League giants Vipers SC have officially confirmed the departure of midfield star Allan Okello to Tanzania Mainland Premier League champions Young Africans (Yanga).

Okello’s departure brings the curtain down on a remarkable and trophy-laden spell at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende. Okello leaves the Venoms as a domestic double winner, having played a defining role in Vipers’ 2024-25 Uganda Premier League and Stanbic Uganda Cup triumphs—one of the most successful seasons in the club’s modern history.

A statement from Vipers confirmed: “The 2024-25 campaign will forever stand as Allan Okello’s masterpiece in Vipers colours.

Okello registered 24 goals and 13 assists

“Operating at the peak of his powers, the gifted playmaker finished as the Uganda Premier League top scorer with 19 goals—an extraordinary feat for an attacking midfielder—and a testament to his match-winning influence.

“Across his league career at Kitende, Okello registered 24 goals and 13 assists in just 58 Uganda Premier League appearances, while adding four goals and two assists in the Uganda Cup over his two-and-a-half-year stay.”

Young Africans have also confirmed the arrival of Okello, who in the continental stage, represented Vipers with distinction in the 2025-26 CAF Champions League, helping the Venoms progress to the second preliminary round.

Having joined Vipers in September 2023 following his return from Algerian side Paradou AC, Okello quickly established himself as the team’s creative heartbeat.

At Yanga, Okello has joined a proud list of Ugandan internationals—including Steven Bengo, Emmanuel Okwi, Hamis ‘Diego’ Kiiza and Khalid Aucho – who have previously worn the famous yellow and green.