Lungu congratulates Zambian on Rangers signing

Zambia’s President Edgar Lungu has congratulated Fashion Sakala on signing for Scottish giants Glasgow Rangers.

The club announced a four-year deal, subject to international clearance and a work permit, had been agreed with the striker who currently plays for Belgian side KV Oostende.

Mr Lungu called the deal, which has excited many Zambians, a "huge step":

“Let me congratulate Zambian striker Fashion Sakala jnr for joining Rangers FC of Scotland. This is a huge step in your career and a positive gain to our national team,” he wrote on his Facebook page.

“I hope you learn more skills from the tuition of Liverpool great Steven Gerard.

“We look forward to watching you in the Champions League.”

The 24 year old will become the first Zambian to play in the Scottish Premiership.

This article originally appeared on BBC News

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