The mid-season Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) transfer window that opens on Monday 27th February provides a chance for clubs to beef up their squads, get rid of players they believe no longer deserve to be in the team and generally rejig the squad in readiness for the second leg.Clubs with financial muscle tend to raid the smaller ones for players to boost their squads, sometimes it is also an opportunity for promising players who do not get adequate playtime to move in search of the same elsewhere.With the FKF Premier League mid-season window opening in 11 days time, we look at players who have performed well for their current clubs and could be available for moves elsewhere; to bigger clubs or where they will get better offers.In the list are also players who may need to move elsewhere to salvage their careers and could invite bidding wars once it is confirmed that they are available for transfers.Hassan Beja (Nzoia Sugar FC)He has been sensational down Nzoia Sugar’s left flank. He’s one of the most fouled players in the league and this has resulted in important freekicks and penalties for the millers who surprisingly are second in the FKF Premier League table.The former Lugulu FC man did not get much playtime last year but James Kibande’s move to Kenya Police saw coach Salim Babu unleash him as a starter and he has not disappointed ever since. Strength of a woman: Akisa’s magic hands that keeps Nzoia Sugar players fitHis fast dribbling style makes it difficult for many defenders to stop. There’s already rumored interest him from a couple of local sides like Tusker FC.Another penalty for Nzoia after Nicholas Kipkirui brings Hassan Beja down in the area— Meshack Kisenge (@kisengemeshack1) December 11, 2022 Enock Masinza (Vihiga Bullets)He’s one of the few bright sparks at troubled Vihiga Bullets. The team is facing financial and technical problems, has lost their last seven games and nothing appears to be working out for them.Down the left flank however, Masinza keeps impressing. He has been playing as a winger as opposed to his natural left back position. His crosses have resulted in important goals for the team.He has already made it clear that he will be leaving this February with his former club, Homeboyz among those after him. Mama mboga, boda boda riders come to the aid of struggling Vihiga BulletsVihiga Bullets winger Enock Masinza has a goal and seven assists in eleven matches. He is on loan from Kakamega Homeboyz.https://t.co/md3Wmvl5rx— Mozzart Sport Kenya (@MozzartSportKe) February 7, 2023 Joseph Mwangi (Nzoia Sugar FC)He’s another Nzoia Sugar FC man in great form. He has scored seven goals from midfield, all from open play and is currently the club’s top scorer.He came close to joining Tusker before the start of the season and the Brewers are back eyeing his services, this could just be the time that he exits the Sudi based club. Bandari, KCB and Ulinzi Stars have also been following him closely.Joseph Mwangi with a first half hattrick for Nzoia Sugar against Wazito FC#FKFPL pic.twitter.com/BG5CUrAobQ— Ole Teya (@Kevin_teya) January 18, 2023 Gideon Werre (Mathare United)The Mathare United youngster is slowly grabbing his chance and showing his quality in the top flight.The former Dandora Youth FC defender has been a mainstay at the heart of Mathare defence that has not been too good but has still managed to catch the eye of many.He’s a ball-playing left-footed central defender who’s strong in the air and reads the game well. Gideon Werre proud after inspiring Mathare to second win of the season in full glare of his dadThe big boys could go for him when the mid-season window opensBrian Yakhama (FC Talanta)The striker is among the top scorers in the league at the moment with eight strikes. He however plays for a cash-strapped side that hasn’t paid players for close to a year and a move away from Ken Kenyatta’s side could be imminent.Already clubs like Homeboyz and Ulinzi Stars are after his signature and it appears that it is just a matter of time before he jumps ship.FKF Premier League side Kakamega Homeboyz are keen on signing striker Brian Yakhama, as per @MozzartSportKeYakhama has scored eight goals so far this season, four fewer than top scorer Benson Omala.#kefootball #transfers pic.twitter.com/KFyhgucPlZ— Kefootball_ (@Kefootball1) February 12, 2023 James Kibande (Kenya Police FC)His dream move to Kenya Police FC from Nzoia Sugar FC before the start of the season has proved to be a nightmare as playtime has become difficult to come by at his new club that boasts of one of the biggest squads in the league.He’s always in and out of the team and the youngster may have to look elsewhere even if it means a loan move. He won’t lack suitors as his former club is one of the sides that would jump at an opportunity to sign him. KCB FC and Tusker FC have previously been interested in his services. ##NAJAVA_MECA_7023604##Vincent Ogola (Vihiga Bullets)He is Bullets’ top scorer with six goals this campaign, he has made it clear that the wants to leave the club this February.Gor Mahia, Ulinzi Stars and Kakamega Homeboyz are among clubs after his services.#FKFPL UPDATE||Vincent Ogola bagged home his first hattrick of the season yesterday as his side Vihiga Bullets FC defeated Nairobi City Stars 4-2 in their home league fixture at Bukhungu Stadium.34’⚽ , 45’⚽ , 52’⚽Congratulations Ogola👏👏💪#ScoreCrunches #KPL pic.twitter.com/bMXXmI0zLC— ScoreCrunches (@ke_score) January 9, 2023 Norman Ogola (Kakamega Homeboyz)His move to Homeboyz has so far proved to be a purgatory as he has not been featuring for the club at all.He was once rated as one of the fastest rising youngsters in the league and his growth has stagnated at Homeboyz. Should he declare his desire to move, he will definitely not be short of suitors. Tactical analysis of how Gor Mahia outwitted WazitoRoddy Manga (Sofapaka)The Congolese striker plays for a side struggling financially at the moment.He’s a clinical forward that a couple of teams in the league could do with. Should he declare his intentions to leave, a number will be scrambling for his signature. Ouma lauds Congolese forward after point-rescuing goalKevin Juma (Nzoia Sugar FC)He has been on the radar of a couple of clubs for the last few years interestingly the Kenyan international remains with the Bungoma based FKF Premier League outfit. Before the start of the season he trained with Tusker but had to return to Nzoia after the two clubs failed to reach an agreement. Nzoia Sugar midfield dynamo Kevin Juma extends stay with the millersThis season he is once again showing his quality in the middle of the park alongside Boniface Munyendo and Joseph Mwangi.Ulinzi Stars, Gor Mahia, Tusker and KCB are among teams that have expressed their interest in the player and he’s definitely going to be high on priority list for some clubs when the window opens.Tusker FC are keen on signing Nzoia Sugar’s midfield pair of Joseph Mwangi and Kevin Juma this February.#FKFPL pic.twitter.com/PmOO55Mbfu— Ole Teya (@Kevin_teya) February 10, 2023
