ZESCO United in mass player clearout

Zambia’s MTN Super League outfit ZESCO United have announced the departure of seven players in a mass clearout.

The Lusaka-based giants have released the players a few days after signing four new players. The new arrivals are Edward Lungu, Musonda Chikwanga,Lewis Kasongo, Chipo Nkwabilo, Kasowa Luwawa, George Ngoma and John Chinshimba.

“We express our heartfelt gratitude for their commitment and valuable contributions to the team’s achievements and wish them continued success in their future pursuits,” the club’s statement reads.

United are refreshing their squad ahead of participation in CAF Confederation Cup and domestic assignments.

The former champions signed former TP Mazembe defender Kabaso Chongo. The 32-year-old centre back left the Congolese team a few years and was on the books of Kabwe Warriors last season.

He has been joined by Zambian international striker Kelvin Mubanga. The 29-year-old has rejoined the electricity men after exiting Al-Madina SC in Libya.

United have also acquired Nigerian Alakwe Chikokwe following his switch from Akwa United. The 27-year-old has put pen to paper on a two-year contract alongside compatriot Ofoni Pepo. The 25-year-old winger was last on the books of Sur SC in Oman.

The teams finished in second place of the Zambian league last season, five points behind champions Power Dynamos who are gearing up for the 2026 CAF Champions League.