IN a flurry of activities across the 10 Guyana Football Federation-KFC Elite League clubs, a total of 131 player transfers have been successfully completed.
Santos FC seized the initiative by securing the addition of 23 new members to their roster, gearing up for the upcoming Season Six, set to kick off on February 25 at the GFF National Training Centre in Providence, East Bank Demerara.
Reigning champions, Guyana Defence Force FC have bolstered their squad with the acquisition of 13 new players. Meanwhile, the Guyana Police Force FC has made a significant move by securing 16 transfers.
EL Mid-Season Transfers 2024
Additionally, Season Five’s second-place winners, Western Tigers FC, Ann’s Grove United FC, and Fruta Conquerors FC, have all strengthened their teams with the addition of 16 new players each.
Buxton United FC’s roster has seen a boost with 12 transfers, while both Den Amstel FC and Monedderlust have welcomed seven new players each.
Slingerz FC has successfully integrated five new transfers into their squad.
GFF General Secretary Ian Alves said it has been an “active transfer season, with clubs strategically fortifying their rosters for Season Six. All transfers have been successfully completed according to the FIFA and GFF rules and regulations, setting the stage for what promises to be an exhilarating tournament.”
The January transfer window opened on January 1, and closed on January 31, giving clubs a limited period to make strategic player acquisitions and adjustments before the start of the 2024 football season.
A total of 90 games are scheduled for Season Six at grounds in Georgetown, West Coast Demerara, East Bank Demerara, and Berbice.
The League stands as the apex of local senior men’s competition, serving as a crucial pathway for players to catch the attention of national team programmes, as well as scouts from regional and international clubs.
The opening night will feature an exciting double-header at the National Training Centre, with Slingerz FC squaring off against Monedderlust FC at 18:00h, paving the way for the highlight of the evening at 20:00h between Santos FC and the formidable Guyana Defence Force FC.