Bwomono Signs Short-Term Contract
Elvis Bwomono, 27, has joined the club on a short-term deal. Filmogaz.com understands the defender impressed during a brief trial period.
Trial and signing
The player featured in a closed-door win over Dundee at Pittodrie while on trial. The club confirmed Bwomono Signs Short-Term Contract to provide defensive cover.
He trained at Cormack Park so staff could assess his fitness and sharpness. Coaches reported a strong showing in a midweek bounce game.
Previous clubs and experience
Bwomono most recently completed a second spell in Iceland with ÍBV. He also spent four years with Southend United in England.
He previously worked with manager Stephen Robinson at St Mirren. That short period helped the side reach a top-six finish and European qualification.
Why he was signed
Manager Stephen Robinson highlighted Bwomono’s versatility across several positions. He can play in a back three, at full-back, or in midfield.
Robinson described him as quick and athletic. The manager added familiarity with the player reduced the usual risk of late-season signings.
Injury context
The club needed cover after Sivert moved on. Several defenders are currently unavailable through injury.
- Kristers Tobers
- Mats Knoester
- Nicky Devlin
- Tom McIntyre
International career
Bwomono made his Uganda debut in 2020. He played in a 1-0 win over South Sudan.
He has since added 13 more caps for the Cranes. His most recent appearance came in a friendly against Cameroon at the start of the current campaign.
Player reaction
Bwomono said he was delighted to return and to work with the manager again. He pledged to help the team as much as possible.
He praised the squad’s quality and the intensity of training. He noted the focus on seven important remaining fixtures and aims to help the team finish strongly.
