Crested Cranes defensive midfielder Joan Nabirye has made an exciting move to the Turkish Women’s Football Super League, joining Trabzonspor just days after parting ways with Russian side Spartak Moscow.
Her departure from the Russian club came after a mutual agreement to terminate her contract, marking the end of a brief but eventful chapter in her international career.
Nabirye’s journey to Trabzonspor is a significant step in her footballing career, with the midfielder bringing valuable international experience to the Turkish side.
She initially signed a two-year deal with Spartak Moscow in January 2023 and had a promising start in the Russian Women’s Super League.
However, despite her early promise, Nabirye struggled to secure a regular starting spot in the second half of the season.
This led to her departure, but she leaves behind a rich footballing history that includes stints in Belarus, Uganda, and Kenya.
Before her time in Russia, Nabirye played for FK Minsk in Belarus, where she gained valuable European experience.
Additionally, her successful spells at Kampala Queens FC and Gafford Ladies in Uganda, as well as Vihiga Queens FC in Kenya, have contributed to her solid reputation as a versatile and reliable defensive midfielder.
Trabzonspor, based in the city of Trabzon in Turkey, is an ambitious club in the Turkish Women’s Football Super League and a competitive force in Turkish women’s football.
Under the guidance of head coach Özlem Önder, Trabzonspor is focused on making strides in the league and securing a strong finish this season.
Therefore Nabirye’s move to Trabzonspor is seen as a strategic signing to bolster the team’s midfield.
Her defensive skills, versatility, and international pedigree make her a valuable addition to the squad to attain success in the remainder of the season.
For Nabirye, this move represents a fresh challenge in one of Europe’s rising leagues, and she will be eager to make an immediate impact at Trabzonspor.
