Massively versed Uganda Cranes goalkeeper Salim Jamal Magoola has over the time established himself as one of the most important players at Richard Bay FC in the South African top-flight, the Premier Soccer League.
Footy-Africa analyses Jamal’s move to Richard Bay in 2022, his time at the club, the financial side of the deal, how much he potentially earns with the South African side, and his career in general.
Salary
While there is no public information about how much the 30-year-old earns at Richard Bay, the average monthly salary structure at the club ranges between €3,000 to €5,000.
| Annual Salary | ≈€36,000-€60,000 |
| Monthly Salary | ≈€3,000-€5,000 |
| Weekly Salary | ≈€750-€1250 |
| Daily Salary | ≈€107-€179 |
Market Value
According to Transfermarkt, the Ugandan international’s market value currently stands at €900,000, which is also his highest ever transfer value.
| Date | Market Value | Age | Club |
| 12.21.2015 | €150,000 | 20 | Al-Merrikh |
| 06.08.2017 | €200,000 | 21 | Al-Merrikh |
| 09.09.2019 | €200,000 | 24 | Al-Hilal Omdurman |
| 12.22.2023 | €400,000 | 27 | Richard Bay |
| 01.05.2024 | €700,000 | 28 | Richard Bay |
| 01.10.2025 | €850,000 | 29 | Richard Bay |
| 05.28.2025 | €000,000 | 30 | Richard Bay |
Career
Jamal has turned out for Richards Bay F.C. in South Africa since 2022 racking up over 85 games for the club.
He also plays for the Uganda Cranes, and has accumulated over 20 competitive caps in the coveted shirt.
He has previously played for KCCA FC in the Uganda Premier League, and had runs with Sudanese giants Al-Merrikh and Al-Hilal Omdurman, before making the switch to South Africa in 2021. Magoola has also featured for Uganda on the biggest continental stage, appearing in two Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.
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Accolades and achievements
Jamal’s accolades include being a 2023 South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) Goalkeeper of the Season nominee and reaching 10 clean sheets in his 2022-23 season, becoming the first PSL goalkeeper to do so that season.
He has also been a key player for the Uganda national team over the years, participating in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in 2017 and 2019.
- Goalkeeper of the Season nominee: Nominated in 2023 for his stellar performance in the 2022-23 season.
- PSL Clean Sheets: Was the first goalkeeper in the 2022-23 season to reach 10 clean sheets.
- Player of the Month: Received a Player of the Month award in September/October 2022.
- Man of the Match: Earned a Man of the Match award in the 2022-23 season.
- Kagame Cup: Was the hero in a 2014 Kagame Cup semi-final, helping El Merriekh edge out KCCA FC to reach the final.
