BVF explains players' move to Algeria

BVF vice-president, George Keotsene, told a media briefing in Gaborone on Wednesday that the players went to the North African country to gain exposure in a professional league. He said the federation's intention is to give the duo the opportunity to play at the highest level. The two players arrived home on Sunday for a two-month vacation. They return to Algeria in September.

Nkele and Sejewe signed a one-year contract with Algerian side, USMB, last December with an option to renew.Keotsene said the BVF facilitated the players' move but it is up to their clubs in Botswana, Kutlwano and Mafolofolo, to negotiate for payment if they wish to do so. He said they want their relationship with the Algerians extended to exchanging technical expertise with more Batswana players turning professional and the duo's move to North Africa is a step in the right direction. He stated that although BVF is facing financial shortages, they have been making an effort to provide facilities.