Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has expressed his desire to pave the way for more Kenyan players to succeed on the global football stage.The midfielder, now in the twilight of his career, made history as the first and only Kenyan player to compete in the English Premier League, having joined Southampton in 2013 and Tottenham later in 2016. Wanyama is widely regarded as one of Kenya’s greatest footballers.##NAJAVA_MECA_8564722##Currently without a club, Wanyama is back in Kenya as he considers his next steps. In a recent interview, the soft-spoken midfielder spoke about his commitment to giving back and his determination to see more Kenyan players succeed internationally.”I’ve always wanted to use my platform to help others,” Wanyama said in an interview with SportsBoom. “Football has opened so many doors for me, and I feel I must give back. I’ve been involved in community projects, youth development, and supporting local talent. My goal is to see more Kenyan players make it on the global stage.”Victor Wanyama leaves door open on possible return to FKF Premier LeagueWanyama emphasized the abundance of untapped talent in Kenya, which he believes needs better nurturing.”There’s so much untapped talent in Kenya. The infrastructure may not always be ideal, but the passion for the game is there,” he noted. “I would love to play a bigger role in developing football at all levels. Whether that means working with the federation or clubs, I’m ready to contribute.”Reflecting on his time as Harambee Stars captain, Wanyama expressed pride in representing his country. Despite the challenges the national team has faced, he remains optimistic about the future of Kenyan football.FKF promises merit-based selection for new Harambee Stars coach”We’ve had our ups and downs, but I believe in the potential of this team. We have talented players, and with the right support, we can achieve great things. The future is bright if we continue working together and invest in the right areas.”When discussing the challenges Kenyan football faces, Wanyama was candid. “The biggest issue has always been the lack of proper structures, facilities, and investment in grassroots football. If we can address these issues, the future of Kenyan football will be very bright.”Wanyama is confident that the newly elected FKF office led by Hussein Mohamed as president will take the game to the next level.
