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Harambee Stars midfielder Mohamed Bajaber training with Simba SC in Egypt. [Simba SC]

In the middle of Kenya's preparations for 2024 African Nations Championship (Chan), one of Harambee Stars' brightest sparks quietly slipped away from the camp.

Not for lack of love for the red, green, and black jersey, but to answer a call that could change his football life forever.

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