🔥 Trending Lameck Banda Faces Disciplinary Action at US Lecce

As of July 22, 2026, Lameck Banda, the Zambian forward for U.S. Lecce, is facing disciplinary action from his club for failing to report for pre-season training ¹²³. Lecce issued a statement indicating that Banda has not yet returned to Italy despite being called up for the resumption of sports activities ⁴⁶⁷.

Banda has communicated to the club that his delay is due to ongoing logistical and bureaucratic issues preventing his return to Italy ⁴⁶⁷. However, Lecce's patience has reportedly run out, and they are now evaluating disciplinary measures ⁴⁷. The club is conducting further investigations into the reasons for his absence ³⁷.

There are also reports suggesting that Banda's future with Lecce is uncertain, with speculation that he might be moving away from the club. Al-Fateh, a team from the Saudi Arabian top league, is reportedly interested in him ⁵. Banda was a key player for Lecce last season, contributing 5 goals and 4 assists, including a crucial assist that secured their safety in Serie A ⁵.