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Djuma Shaaban: Stage set for Yanga SC-Simba SC to battle over AS Vita defender

Both sides reportedly are interested in the star who impressed against Wekundu wa Msimbazi during a continental match in Kinshasa

Tanzania Mainland Premier League giants Yanga SC and Simba SC are set to clash over the signing of AS Vita right-back Djuma Shaaban.

Wekundu wa Msimbazi were the first side to be linked with the Democratic Republic of Congo defender after he impressed during a Caf Champions League Group A fixture in Kinshasa.

Although Simba won 1-0, Shaaban's performance caught the eyes of the Tanzanian giants.

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It was later reported that Simba opted out of the race to sign him when he was injured during a training session with the national team.