WASHINGTON: Kaleemullah has become the first Pakistani footballer who has signed a four months contract with US club Sacramento Republic FC.
Kaleem spent a month and a half with the club which is enough to earn him a contract with the US club.
“To be able to live your dream is the biggest opportunity you can ask for,” said Kaleem. “It’s something I’m proud of, but I know that I have to improve my game.”
The 22-year-old Chaman based striker said that it has been two weeks since he signed the contract and now waiting for the club to sort out his visa proceedings and then make an official announcement.
“I’ll finally be playing at the US Soccer League [USL], which will always be a plus point in my career,” he added.
Kaleem will be playing 15 matches in his four-month stay, with his first match due on Saturday against USL leaders Oklahoma City Energy FC at Bonney Field.
