Former Chipolopolo forward Augustine Mulenga and midfielder Rally Bwalya have left MTN-FAZ Super league, side NAPSA Stars FC following the expiration of their contracts.

The duo leaves REIZ Arena after playing a key role in helping the Pensioners survive relegation.

Last season, both Mulenga and Bwalya contributed two goals and two assists each as Napsa consolidated their place in the MTN Super League.

Also departing the club are defender David Bulaya and wingers Habib Kyombo Haji and Tresor Ilunga, whose contracts have similarly expired.

Meanwhile, midfielder Sydney Phiri has returned to parent club Nkwazi FC following the conclusion of his loan spell. Phiri contributed one goal last season.

Elsewhere, relegated FC Leopards have also begun restructuring their squad ahead of life in the ZPL National League.

The Zambia Correctional Service-sponsored side confirmed the departure of 13 players, including defender Allan Kapila and midfielder George Simbayambaya, who have returned to Red Arrows after their loan spells ended.

Emmanuel Chabula returns to Nkwazi FC, while Muya Kaweme heads back to Ama Soccer.

Attackers Maximilian Elimbi, Vincent Bivakumana, Kunda Mazinga, Emmanuel Okutu, Kelvin Mavinga, Emmanuel Kunda.

Obeddy Masumbuko have also left following the expiry of their contracts. Goalkeeper Eric Makungu and right-back Lewis Chola have also parted ways with the club.

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