Yanga SC's talented right-back, Yao Kouassi, has returned to Tanzania ahead of the 2025/26 competition season with renewed energy and determination.
The Ivorian star has come back with a clear goal of fully preparing for his return to the pitch after spending time recovering from injury.
Yao underwent knee surgery in May due to a long-standing injury that had frequently sidelined him from action.
The surgery was performed in Tunisia, marking a crucial step in his recovery journey and a fresh start toward his return to competitive football.
Initial reports had suggested that the defender would be out for approximately six months, but encouraging news shows that he has made significant progress. He has completed the first phase of his rehabilitation and has now begun light training, showing high morale and indicating a possible earlier return than expected.
However, Yanga will need to exercise a bit more patience before officially welcoming him back to full match action, as he still requires time to regain full match fitness.
Since joining Yanga, Kouassi has received a warm reception from fans and has shown great commitment in his efforts to return stronger than before.
His return will undoubtedly be a major boost to Yanga's defensive line in the upcoming season.
