Ivan Sserubiri leaves Villa after strained relationship with coach

Vastly experienced midfielder Ivan Sserubiri has parted ways with record Uganda Premier League holders SC Villa, as per multiple reports.

Sserubiri has spent the past season and a half with the Jogoo but has now called his time up after a quiet first round of the season.

It has been reported that the player and the technical bench have had a hollow-cheeked relationship that has limited his playing time this campaign.

Despite his continued availability, Sserubiri has only played thrice in the league this campaign.

Weeks back, it was reported that the player's continued unexplained absence spurred division in the dressing room, with players insisting he was unfairly treated.

Since joining Villa at the start of the 2022/23 season, Sserubiri has played 23 league matches, scoring two goals in the process.

The defensive midfielder joined the team from URA FC, where he spent three seasons playing 47 league matches.

Sserubiri has also previously played for Buddu Ssaza, Gomba, and Free Stars Football Club.