With just one week remaining before the start of pre-season preparations, Simba are reportedly still in the market for a new goalkeeper.
The club has already strengthened several areas of the squad, but the goalkeeping department remains the only position yet to be reinforced. Simba's initial plan was to sign a new foreign goalkeeper.
Mohamed Tanja Kassali finished last season with 16 clean sheets, but the club's management has yet to reach a final decision regarding his future.
Reports indicate that due to time constraints, Kassali could be offered a new contract to remain at the club, while Simba shift their focus to signing another domestic goalkeeper.
Goalkeeper Hussein Abel's contract has expired, and reports suggest that he has been released by the club.
Head coach Steve Barker is said to be largely satisfied with the squad that ended last season by winning the CRDB Cup, with the current additions viewed as necessary improvements rather than a major overhaul.
Simba are expected to begin preparations for the new season on July 18, with Barker instructing all players to report to the training camp on that date as they begin preparations for the CECAFA Kagame Cup.
The South African coach is keen to start working with the club's new signings as early as possible to help them adapt quickly to his tactical system and playing style.
