Speaking to Mmegi Sport on Tuesday, Rollers' spokesperson Molatlhegi Mangole confirmed that the two players have been put on the transfer list. He revealed that their contracts were expiring and the team decided not to renew them. Phiri joined Rollers from Mochudi Centre Chiefs and immediately made an impact but he started to make rare appearances for the first team last season. He was linked to Gaborone United (GU) in the last transfer window but the transfer never materialised. His countryman, Kasongo was also seen as one of the most gifted midfielders in the league and his release might come as a shock to some supporters especially since he played a crucial role after returning from a lengthy injury. His career at Rollers however has been hampered by injuries since he joined the team while still under the tutelage of Nico United mentor, Madinda Ndlovu.
Mangole also said that they will welcome any enquiries from teams regarding the two players but stated that so far they have not received any offers. "We have not yet received anything from teams regarding the players probably because the transfer window has just opened," he said. He said that the release of the players was partly based on the fact that the local teams are now required to register only three foreign players. Currently, the Gaborone giants have only one foreigner - Zambian striker Bernard Semakwezi on their books. Mangole said that the duo's departure will give them a chance to get two more foreign players if the need arises.
