Young Africans president Hersi Said has now had his say on Stephane Aziz Ki's future, amid reports linking the player with a move to South Africa.
In April, KickOff exclusively revealed that Orlando Pirates had made an inquiry over the potential transfer of Aziz Ki amid an impressive season in the colours of Yanga.
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The 28-year-old was instrumental in the Tanzanian outfit's run to the quarter-finals of the CAF Champions League, registering two goals and two assists in 12 matches.
His disallowed goal against Mamelodi Sundowns in the second leg of their quarter-final drew widespread controversy, as his team would go one to lose the tie, prompting questions over the officiating of the match.
The Burkina Faso international has since been the subject of increasing speculation, with the fact that his contract is set expire in June casting more questions about his future in Dar es Salaam.
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However, Yanga's president has now insisted that Aziz Ki, as well as other key players, will not be allowed to leave the club.
"There will be no exodus of star players," Said firmly announced, according to The Citizen Tanzania.
"Our leadership is fully committed to retaining all of our talented players. We are actively seeking to bring in the best new talent as well, ensuring a strong squad for next season."
This would likely be a big blow for Pirates and other clubs who were keen to sign the winger on a free transfer.
Yanga were recently crowned Tanzanian Premier League champions, with Aziz Ki finishing as the league's top scorer with 18 goals this term.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on the horizon, Aziz Ki was named in the Burkina Faso squad that is set to take on Egypt and Sierra Leone on 6 and 10 June, respectively.
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