South African coach Rhulani Mokwena has departed MC Alger to join Libyan club Al Ittihad after activating a contract clause. The move prompts Tunisian coach Bsn Yahia, previously at Al Ittihad, to return to MC Alger.
Rhulani Mokwena, who has coached in South Africa, Morocco, and most recently MC Alger, achieved success with the Algerian club by leading the league standings comfortably, though they exited the Champions League. Despite some questions about his fit, Mokwena invoked a contractual clause allowing him to leave for another opportunity. Al Ittihad, a Libyan club making significant investments, submitted a bid, leading Mokwena to terminate his agreement with MC Alger and join the new team. In a swift exchange, Al Ittihad's coach Bsn Yahia—who had previously managed MC Alger—steps in to take over at his former club. This coach swap highlights the dynamic managerial movements in North African football, with Al Ittihad poised for an intriguing season ahead.
