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Young Africans SC have reportedly agreed a deal to re-sign Feisal "Fei Toto" Salum amid growing tensions with Azam FC.
Tanzanian giants Young Africans (Yanga SC) are reportedly on the verge of re-signing former star midfielder Feisal "Fei Toto" Salum.
The deal has reportedly sparked controversy with his current club, Azam FC.
According to reports in Tanzania, sources close to the club say Fei Toto has agreed personal terms on a three-year contract ahead of the 2025/26 season, marking a dramatic return to the club where he rose to prominence.
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Despite the buzz surrounding the deal, Azam FC has strongly denied receiving any formal approach from Yanga or any other club.
The club’s Information Manager, Thabit "Zaka Zakazi" Zacharia, maintained that the midfielder remains under contract and any potential suitors must follow the proper transfer procedures.
“Fei Toto is our player, under contract with Azam FC. No club has submitted an official offer,” Zacharia stated as quoted by The Citizen.
An anonymous Yanga official confirmed the agreement, stating, “We have signed a three-year deal with Fei Toto for the upcoming season. Financial details are confidential. The final step is to finalize discussions with Azam FC, mirroring the process they followed when acquiring him.”
Fei Toto’s contract with Azam FC reportedly includes a release clause of 500,000 (approximately TSh1.3 billion), which Yanga may have to trigger to complete the transfer.
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Fei Toto’s Return Seen as Solution to Yanga’s Midfield Void
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Yanga’s pursuit of Fei Toto comes in the wake of Stephane Aziz Ki’s move to Wydad Athletic Club in Morocco.
The Ivorian playmaker was instrumental for Yanga last season, and club officials are eager to fill the creative vacuum he left behind.
Fei Toto, with his proven track record and deep understanding of Yanga's playing philosophy, is seen as the ideal replacement.
The 25-year-old midfielder joined Yanga from Zanzibar’s JKU SC in 2018 and played a crucial role in the club’s resurgence before making a high-profile and controversial move to Azam FC in 2023.
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That transfer stirred debate over contractual obligations and compensation, and now a similar narrative is playing out with his potential return.
At Azam FC, Fei Toto enjoyed a stellar 2023/24 season, finishing second in the Golden Boot race with 19 goals, just two behind Aziz Ki, and topping the assist charts with 13 assists and four additional goals.
His contributions have made him a key figure in Azam’s campaign and a sought-after player in the transfer market.
Yanga Faces Competition From Simba
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While Yanga appears to be leading the race for Fei Toto, they are not alone in their interest.
Tanzanian rivals Simba SC and South African giants Kaizer Chiefs are also reportedly monitoring the situation.
However, the midfielder’s prior connection with Yanga and their ambitions for continental success next season may influence his preference.
All eyes are now on the negotiations between Yanga and Azam FC to trigger the release clause or reach a mutual agreement for Fei Toto’s return.
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