Uganda Cranes captain Khalid Aucho is on the verge of a new chapter in his career after reaching an agreement to join Tanzanian outfit Singida Black Stars FC on a two-year contract pending official unveiling, Footy-Africa can exclusively confirm.
The development follows a heated fallout with his former side Young Africans SC, where contract renewal talks broke down in dramatic fashion. Yanga had offered Aucho a one-year extension, while the player, through his representatives, insisted on two years. The disagreement led to an irreparable split, with his famous shirt number 8 already handed to new arrival Lassine Kouma.
Aucho’s agent, Godfrey Kayemba (ACFA), exclusively confirmed to Footy-Africa the Singida move while criticizing Yanga’s handling of the situation:
“It was disrespectful for them to recall him after he had decided to leave, only to offer him one year. Khalid has given everything to that club and deserved better. We are now delighted that he has agreed terms with Singida Black Stars, who have shown real trust in his ability by offering him a two-year deal.”
Aucho departed Young Africans after a glittering spell that yielded four Tanzanian Premier League titles, three FA Cups, and 137 competitive appearances since his arrival in 2021.
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The 31-year-old midfielder, valued at around €125,000, carries an impressive CV with previous stints at El-Makasa (Egypt), East Bengal (India), Red Star Belgrade (Serbia), Baroka FC (South Africa) and Kirinya Jinja SS (Uganda).
Internationally, he remains one of Uganda’s most dependable figures, with 74 caps and two goals since his 2013 debut. He captained the Cranes during qualification for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
