Harambee Stars winger Ayub Timbe joins Sabail FC
Kenya's Ayub Timbe, a winger for Harambee Stars, has secured a new club, joining Azerbaijan Premier League side Sabail FC.
The club announced the signing, revealing that Timbe will be with them until the end of the season. The deal was confirmed on Sunday night as part of the club's winter transfer window activity.
Ayub Timbe confirmation
"Səbail" PFK has completed the signing of another footballer during the winter transfer window. The team has inked a contract with Ayub Masika, a member of the Kenyan national team, following the earlier acquisition of Madi Queta. The 31-year-old midfielder, who most recently played for the Chinese second-division club "Nanjinq Siti," has had a career that includes stints with clubs such as "Genk," "Lierse," "Beinjing Renhe," "Ridinq," "Vissel Kobe," and "Buriram United," the club announced. 
"Masika, who has proudly represented the Kenyan national team, scoring 4 goals in 28 appearances, will be part of the "Səbail" squad until the end of the season," the club added
Born on September 10, 1992, in Pumwani, Nairobi, Kenya, Masika navigated through several academies in his home country before making a move to the Anderlecht Academy.
Subsequently, he joined the Beerschot A.C. academy in 2008. In May 2010, Masika signed a 2-year deal with Genk from Germinal Beerschot, marking a significant step in his career.
He made his debut for Genk in January 2012, and over the years, he showcased his skills with notable contributions, including goals and assists.
Ayub Timbe transfers
Masika continued his football journey with loan spells and permanent moves to clubs like Lierse, Beijing Renhe, Vissel Kobe, and Buriram United. On April 4, 2023, he joined China League One side Nanjing City before making his recent move to Sabail FC. 
Internationally, Masika's commitment to the Kenyan national team saw him making his debut against South Africa in October 2012.
He has been a consistent presence, contributing crucial goals, such as a free-kick against Comoros during the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualification.
