Juma Issa Abushiri: Tanzanian winger linked with Young Africans move

Tanzanian right winger Juma Issa Abushiri is being linked with a move to Young Africans as the reigning domestic giants look to refresh their attacking options ahead of the new campaign.

The 18-year-old, born on 20 May 2008, has emerged as a target for Yanga as they assess ways to add depth and pace on the flanks. While discussions are understood to be at an exploratory stage, the prospect of securing a highly rated local wide player has put the Dar es Salaam club on alert.

Abushiri is listed primarily as an attacking right winger, a role that fits neatly into Young Africans preference for width and direct play in the final third. His age profile also aligns with a broader trend among leading Tanzanian clubs to invest in younger players capable of developing within the league structure.

The teenagers current club situation has not been made public, but any agreement would be expected to focus on providing a clear development pathway and regular minutes at a leading side. Young Africans have increasingly positioned themselves as a platform for young Tanzanian talent to step onto a bigger stage, both domestically and, in some cases, abroad.

No fee, timeline or contractual details have yet emerged around the potential transfer, and there is no indication that a deal is imminent. For now, Abushiri remains an emerging name on Young Africans radar as they weigh up their attacking options for the season ahead.