Onduparaka FC Signs 17 Year Old Player Jarieko James

Uganda Premier League entity and Arua based side Onduparaka FC have announced the signing of 17 year old midfielder Jarieko James.

The offensive midfielder joins from fellow Arua side Paidha Black Angels on a two year contract that will see him play for the 'Caterpillars' till 2023.

During his stint at Paidha, Jarieko scored 18 goals in 21 FUFA Junior League matches that attracted interest from Onduparaka FC.

The national U-17 team regular also played for BUL FC Junior team netting 16 goals in 13 outings.

Jarieko James arrives three days after the club let go of attacking midfielder Jamal Marish and he joins the club with a void to fill.

Onduparaka FC narrowly survived relagation last season having finished in the 12th position on 28 points, only five points above relagation.