Zimbabwean striker Prince Dube has made one of the biggest decisions of his career by turning down three lucrative offers and choosing to return to his homeland, signing a two-year contract with Zimbabwean Premier League side Hardrock FC.
The experienced forward completed the move after his contract with Tanzanian champions Yanga expired at the end of the 2025/26 season, bringing an end to his spell with the club after playing a key role in their attacking department.
Dube’s departure comes after months of speculation surrounding his future.
Yanga had been keen to retain the striker and tabled an attractive contract extension before the end of the season.
The Zimbabwe international initially indicated that he was willing to stay and even agreed to the club’s proposal in principle.
However, after further discussions with his representatives and family, he reconsidered his position and asked for more time to evaluate his options before eventually deciding against renewing his deal.
Hardrock officially confirmed the signing just hours after Dube became a free agent, unveiling him as one of the club’s marquee arrivals ahead of the new season.
His return is expected to provide a major boost for the Zimbabwean side, who are looking to strengthen their squad with experienced players capable of competing for domestic honours.
Before committing to Hardrock, Dube attracted strong interest from clubs across Africa.
One of the most eye-catching offers came from Libyan giants Al Ittihad, who were reportedly prepared to pay the striker a signing package worth around TSh1 billion.
Despite the financial attraction of the deal, Dube declined the opportunity to continue his career in North Africa.
Another significant proposal arrived from South African powerhouse Kaizer Chiefs.
The Soweto-based club is understood to have offered the Zimbabwean forward a package worth approximately TSh950 million in an effort to lure him to the Betway Premiership.
However, Dube also rejected that move, choosing instead to return home despite the considerable financial incentives on offer elsewhere.
Sources close to the player suggest that family considerations, the desire to be closer to home and the opportunity to take on a new challenge in Zimbabwe played a significant role in his final decision.
Rather than pursuing another lucrative contract abroad, Dube opted for what he believes is the best move for the next chapter of his career.
During the 2025/26 campaign, Dube remained one of Yanga’s most reliable attacking players.
He finished the season with 10 league goals, making him one of the club’s leading scorers.
Only midfielder Allan Okello outperformed him in front of goal, with the Ugandan international ending the campaign with 14 goals.
Although his goal tally was lower than Okello’s, Dube’s contribution extended beyond scoring.
His movement, physical presence, ability to hold up play and experience in big matches made him an important figure in Yanga’s attacking system throughout the season.
His departure leaves Yanga with a significant gap to fill as the club prepares for the new campaign and continues rebuilding its squad.
Meanwhile, Hardrock will be hoping that Dube’s experience at both club and international level will inspire the team as they target success in the Zimbabwean Premier League.
For Dube, the move represents more than just another transfer.
It marks a homecoming after several years abroad and the beginning of a new chapter in front of supporters who will be eager to see one of Zimbabwe’s most accomplished forwards back playing on home soil.
