Versatile midfielder Akwa.

KUWAIT CITY, July 3: Yarmouk reinforced its squad with the signings of Malian players Moriba Dialle and Reuben Akwa, as part of its ongoing preparations for the Zain First Division League, which kicks off on September 14.

Following a difficult season that saw Yarmouk finish 10th and last in the Premier League standings, the club is focused on rebuilding with strong talent to secure a swift return to the top flight.

The club recently secured the services of former Al-Salmiya player Othman Al-Dosari and has now added further international experience with the acquisitions of Dialle and Akwa.

The 29-year-old Dialle, who plays as a defender, brings valuable experience from his time with ES Sétif in Algeria, where he spent three seasons. He also previously featured for Stade Malien, one of Mali's top clubs.

Akwa, born in 1996, is a versatile midfielder known for his attacking style. He played a key role for Duhok SC in Iraq last season, helping the club win the Gulf Champions League title after defeating Al-Qadsiya with a 2-1 away win (following a 1-1 draw in the first leg). His diverse experience includes stints with Dunajska Streda (Slovakia), Hartberg and Ried (Austria), Lokomotiva (Croatia), and Teuta Durres (Albania).

Under the guidance of Dhaher Al-Adwani, who took charge last December following the departure of Serbian manager Goran Matkovic, Yarmouk is actively strengthening key positions. The goal is clear: to build a competitive side capable of delivering strong results and earning promotion back to the Premier League.

As part of the restructuring, Yarmouk opted not to renew the contracts of its five foreign players:

Mario Pietro (Italy)

Ayoub Lakhdar and Habib Dahmani (Morocco)

Kayali Kone (Ivory Coast)

Reza Dost (Iran)

The club’s recruitment strategy reflects a determined push to rise again in Kuwaiti football.

By Hassan Mosa

Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff