Sudanese giants Al Hilal Omdurman are interested in signing APR FC centre-back Clement Niyigena, Times Sport has learnt. The Rwanda international, who has six months remaining on his contract, has caught the attention of Al Hilal head coach Laurențiu Reghecampf following a series of impressive defensive displays during the recently concluded first round of the Rwanda Premier League. Sources indicate that Niyigena is demanding a $50,000 take-home fee (approximately Rwf 70 million) before formal club-to-club negotiations can begin between APR and the Sudanese outfit. While APR are keen to retain their star defender, Niyigena is reportedly pushing for a move in order to feature in the CAF Champions League group stages. “We are very interested in him. We can’t force anything, but we will continue to monitor the situation and see if we can get him. He impressed us,” a source close to Al Hilal told Times Sport. It is also understood that Al Hilal have enlisted Jean Claude Girumugisha to help persuade Niyigena to make the switch. Meanwhile, Reghecampf’s side are also monitoring the situation of Ghanaian midfielder Seidou Dauda Youssif, as they explore the possibility of strengthening their squad further. Elsewhere, Sudanese rivals Al Merrikh are tracking Jean Bosco Ruboneka, with the club keen on signing him for the second round of the Rwanda Premier League Niyo heads to Ukraine for professional trials Kiyovu Sports forward David Niyo left the country on Monday morning aboard Turkish Airlines to attend professional trials with Ukrainian top-tier side NK Veres Rivne. ALSO READ: Six homegrown talents lighting up Rwanda Premier League The 19-year-old, widely regarded as one of Rwanda’s most promising emerging talents, has enjoyed an impressive spell this season. The Intare FC loanee played a key role in helping Kiyovu Sports finish the first round of the Rwanda Premier League in fifth place with 27 points. Niyo’s performances have drawn interest from several clubs, particularly in Europe. NK Veres Rivne have invited him for trials running until February 11, after which the club is expected to decide on a potential move. Niyo is one of five players who joined Kiyovu Sports on loan from Intare FC in January 2025. He has registered three goals and four assists so far this season. His rise was further highlighted in August, when he earned his first senior national team call-up as Rwanda prepared for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe and Nigeria.
