Defending midfielder, Paul Master will leave Blue Eagles when his contract with the club expires, its over between the two parties, Wa Mpira can reveal.
The Club’s Head Coach Eliya Kananji confirmed on Friday that the midfielder will be making a move away from the club after refusing to sign a new contract.
Speaking at a press conference in Lilongwe on Friday, Kananji revealed that despite efforts to retain Master, the player remained firm in his decision to move on.
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“We tried to offer Paul Master a new contract, but he stood by his decision to leave the club,” Kananji told Blue Eagles Media. “It’s unfortunate to lose him, but we respect his choice.”
Master’s departure comes as Blue Eagles prepare for their TNM Super League opener against Mighty Wanderers FC in Blantyre. Despite this loss, Kananji assured fans that the team is ready for the season ahead.
In addition to Master’s exit, the club also lost Brighton Munthali to Creck Sporting Club and Andrew Jovinala to FCB Nyasa Big Bullets. However, Kananji expressed confidence in the new signings brought in to fill these gaps.
“We have signed Precious Masamba to replace Brighton Munthali. In defense, we have brought in Davie Malenguka along with other reinforcements. In midfield, we have also made new additions, including Mathias Nyirenda,” Kananji explained. “Additionally, John Banda has returned to the squad, so we are good to go.”
Despite the departures, Blue Eagles have received a boost with a fully fit squad ahead of their clash with Mighty Wanderers.
“We thank God that we don’t have any injury concerns. All of our players registered for this season are available for selection, and we will be traveling with a squad of 24 players,” Kananji confirmed.
With a reinforced squad and new talent ready to step up, Blue Eagles aim to make a strong statement as they return to Malawi’s top-flight league.
Master agrees to join Nyasa Big Bullets
Paul Master made his name at the club soon after being promoted from the club’s reserve side around 2018. He wss scouted at Chilima Mpunga in Mtandire, Lilongwe before joining Reserve. After the departure of Philipe Masiye, the midfielder earned his place in Eagles’ mqin team.
Master has been standout performer in Blue Eagles’ midfield, helping the club finishing as runners up in 2022 TNM Super League and winning the FDH Bank Cup in 2024.
The defending midfielder has reached an agreement with the Blantyre based side last week as he has been refusing to pen a new deal with Eagles.
Master has not been training with the team this week and his appearance for the team was against Dedza Dynamos in a friendly match.
Master and Jacob were barred by Head Coach to be in the match day squad against FCB Nyasa Big Bullets in Mchinji as Kananji wanted them to sign new contracts. However, Robert penned a new deal and is in the squad to face Mighty Wanderers FC.
Kananji he is not aware of where he is going when pressed by Wa Mpira about the new destination of the midfielder.
“I’m just reading on social media but he [Paul Master] has not told me about where he is going,” he said.
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