Seventeen-time Uganda Premier League kings SC Villa have pulled off a major coup with the return of midfield maestro Bayo Ali Arshavin, who rejoins the Jogoos as a free agent after the expiry of his contract with Lugazi FC.
Bayo, known for his tireless engine, silky ball control, and unrivaled vision in the middle of the park, is no stranger to the Villa faithful.
This will be his second chapter with the record league winners, a move that many fans believe rekindles Villa’s trademark midfield artistry.
The midfield dynamo carved his name into Ugandan football folklore after steering NEC FC’s historic promotion to the Uganda Premier League, before later bossing the midfield at Lugazi FC.
His consistency was unmatched, featuring in 29 of Lugazi’s 30 league fixtures last season, a testament to his stamina, discipline, and football intelligence.
Bayo’s career journey tells the story of resilience and class, having previously shone in the Gomba Ssaza team, St. Lawrence University, NEC FC, and most recently Lugazi FC.
His homecoming is already sparking excitement among Villa Park faithful, who see him as a natural leader and midfield general.
Adding more firepower to their squad, the Jogoos also unveiled Ibrahim Kasinde, who arrives from NEC FC.
With these two heavyweight acquisitions, SC Villa is signaling serious intent as they aim to stretch their dominance in Ugandan football.
