Rwandan central defender Isaac Mitima is on the verge of completing a move to Al-Zulfi SFC, a club competing in Saudi Arabia’s second division. The 27-year-old, who recently departed Rayon Sports, has reportedly agreed to terms with Al-Zulfi SFC and is currently in Uganda to secure his visa. ALSO READ: Nirisarike joins Belgian fourth tier club Al-Zulfi SFC, one of Saudi Arabia's oldest clubs, was established in 1969 under the name Markh Club before rebranding to Al-Zulfi in 2006. The club earned promotion to the Second Division last year and is eager to bolster its squad with the addition of Mitima. Mitima has previously played for Rayon Sports, Intare FC, Police FC, and Kenya’s Sofapaka FC. ALSO READ: Moro Sumaila returns to Etincelles The Saudi Arabian second division championship is set to kick off on Monday, August 19. Al-Zulfi SFC will begin their campaign on Wednesday, August 21, with a match against Al Arabi. This season's competition features 18 teams, with the top two earning promotion to the First Division, commonly known as the Saudi Pro League, where global stars like Cristiano Ronaldo play.
