Young Africans SC have completed the signing of Guinean midfielder Moussa Balla Conté, who joins the Tanzanian Premier League side on a three-year contract as part of their ongoing squad reinforcement strategy.
The 21-year-old defensive midfielder arrives from Tunisia, where he spent last season competing in Ligue 1. During that campaign, Conté featured in 21 matches for his home club, delivering consistent performances that caught the attention of scouts in East Africa. His move to Jangwani marks the next chapter in a promising young career.
In a statement confirming the deal, Young Africans, also known as Yanga SC, expressed their excitement over the acquisition with bold language: “If you need the services of Moussa Balla Conté, you will have to wait three years. Welcome to Jangwani, the engineer.” The message underlines the confidence the club has in Conté’s potential to play a pivotal role in their midfield.
The player, who has already gained valuable first-team experience in a competitive North African league, is expected to bring both discipline and tenacity to the centre of the pitch.
Young, yet seasoned by top-flight football, Conté fits the profile of a strategic signing designed to add stability and dynamism to the Yanga midfield as the club continues its pursuit of domestic and continental success.
His new nickname, “the engineer,” given by the club, appears to reflect more than just fanfare—it signals a belief in his ability to build and orchestrate play from deep positions, structuring transitions and controlling tempo. Such attributes are highly valued at a club that has set high expectations for both performance and progression.
Young Africans are currently focused on long-term squad development, with a clear emphasis on recruiting emerging talent capable of making an immediate impact while also offering future value.
Conté’s signing aligns with this vision, signalling both ambition and a commitment to strengthening the club’s core through calculated investments in youth.
Though he now steps into a new league and a different football culture, the expectations surrounding his arrival are significant. Jangwani’s fan base is passionate and demanding, and the club’s recent form has raised expectations for silverware. For Conté, the transition represents both a challenge and an opportunity to prove himself on a bigger stage.
His integration into the team will likely be closely watched by supporters, analysts, and club officials alike, especially given the symbolic weight of the club’s welcome.
The Guinean will now need to adapt quickly and show the form that convinced Young Africans to act decisively in the transfer window.
As the new season approaches, Moussa Balla Conté’s signing adds a fresh layer of intrigue to Young Africans’ campaign—and all eyes in Tanzanian football will be watching to see whether “the engineer” can help power Yanga’s drive for trophies.
