The Zambian international, who now plays for Angola’s Primeiro de Agosto, believes that with a bit more commitment from the players, United would have done well.
“To say there is no talent in that team will be a lie. The lads simply lack the Caps United spirit,” said Bakala, who starred for the Harare giants as they lifted the 2004 and 2005 league championships under Charles Mhlauri.
The 31-year-old Chipolopolo midfield kingpin said he still followed Zimbabwean football and believed it was still one of the best in Southern Africa, though lacking financially. Bakala revealed that he would want to wind-up his carrier with the Harare giants, adding that he still had something to contribute to the club that sent him to Belgium at his prime.
Meanwhile, uncertainty over the ownership of the club has given players a financial knock. Most players owed their signing-on fees are apparently panicking, as the outgoing Farai Jere is believed to have been responsible for their welfare.
Goalkeeper Itai Chiwara is one of those owed thousands dating back three years. “I have $10,500 owing to me. We are afraid to raise the issue with the executive because of the tension currently prevailing,” said the 28-year-old, whose contract runs until the end of 2014.
“I am committed to Caps United until 2014 and my heart lies here.” Club president Twine Phiri promised to settle all debts before year-end. “This has nothing to do with Jere. We always strive to keep our players happy,” he said.
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