Kenyan midfielder Mohamed Bajaber is facing an uncertain future at Simba SC, just two months after joining the Tanzanian Premier League giants from Kenya Police FC. The 22-year-old’s promising move to Dar es Salaam has been derailed by a lingering injury that now threatens to end his stay at the club before he can even make his debut.
Bajaber joined Simba in August on a two-year contract after a breakthrough season in the FKF Premier League, where he played a key role in helping Kenya Police secure their first-ever league title. His arrival was met with excitement by Simba fans, who saw him as the creative spark needed to strengthen the midfield for both domestic and continental competitions.
However, his time in Tanzania has not gone as planned. Bajaber has yet to feature competitively for Wekundu wa Msimbazi, with reports indicating that his thigh injury—sustained just before the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN)—is more serious than initially feared. Medical assessments suggest his recovery is progressing slowly, raising concerns within the club’s technical and medical departments.
The situation has become more complicated with the arrival of new head coach Dimitar Pantev, who replaced Fadlu Davids last week. The Bulgarian tactician is currently reviewing his squad ahead of Simba’s CAF Champions League second preliminary round tie against Nsingizini FC of Eswatini. Early indications suggest Pantev is prioritizing players who are fully fit and available for immediate selection, leaving Bajaber vulnerable to exclusion.
With midfielders such as Elie Mpanzu, Kibu Dennis, and Joshua Mutale impressing in training, Bajaber’s path back into the first team appears increasingly difficult. Sources close to the club indicate that Simba may consider releasing him in December if his recovery does not show significant improvement. The management is reportedly assessing the possibility of freeing up space and wages for potential mid-season signings.
For Bajaber, this represents a major setback. Once hailed as one of Kenya’s most promising midfielders—especially after scoring a stunning goal on his Harambee Stars debut against The Gambia—the youngster now faces an uphill battle to save his Simba career. What was meant to be a major step forward in his football journey has turned into a fight for survival as he works to regain fitness and prove his worth to the Tanzanian giants.
