Harambee Stars defender Joseph Okumu has ditched Swedish club IF Elfsborg side to Belgian First Division side KAA Gent FC.
On their official twitter account, @KAAgent, Okumu signed a four year deal to 2025.
“Joseph Okumu (26 May 1997) today [Monday] signed a contract until 2025. With the arrival of the 24-year-old Kenyan, we are strengthening our defence,” said the statement on the club website
Gent Sports Manager Tim Matthys praised Okumu saying he is a dependable talented defender who will help the team solidify its defence in their league campaign this season.
“Joseph (Okumu) is a great central defender who will also add footballing ability to our defence. He has a very good vertical passing and it is no coincidence that he has attracted the attention of many clubs. We are glad he chose us he said.