Migori Youth have explained the absence of midfielder Vincent Otieno, who is yet to make his competitive debut for the club following his loan move from Tusker during the transfer window.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe attacking midfielder has been sidelined for about a month after aggravating a knee injury sustained last season, with further medical assessments set to determine the extent of the damage and the treatment required.In a statement, the FKF Premier League newcomers confirmed that preliminary medical findings had raised concerns over the recurrence of the injury, leaving the midfielder facing an extended spell on the sidelines.EXCLUSIVE: Invincible league-winning Gor Mahia coach eyes Harambee Starlets job“Midfielder Vincent Otieno will be sidelined for some time after preliminary medical findings indicated a possible aggravation of a knee injury that he had sustained in the past.He will undergo further medical evaluation to establish the extent of the injury, after which prompt treatment will be initiated,” the club stated.Otieno last featured for Migori Youth during their pre-season friendlies and has been unavailable since, missing the club’s opening fixtures in their maiden top-flight campaign in 1-1 draw against Kenya Police .##NAJAVA_MECA_10047219##The former Nairobi City Stars player joined the club on loan from Tusker for the remainder of the season, offering coach Salim Babu another option in the attacking midfield department.However his absence is a setback for Babu, who was expected to draw on the midfielder’s top-flight experience as Migori Youth adjust to life in the Premier League.Migori Youth will now hope to have him back once he completes his medical evaluation and rehabilitation, although no return date has been confirmed.The Awendo-based side are scheduled to host Mathare United at Awendo Green Stadium on Saturday, 24 October as they continue their debut league campaign without the injured midfielder.Early coaching change and five key lessons from FKFPL Round 2