Harambee Stars utility player Vincent Harper has completed a move to English League Two side Walsall FC, signing a two-year deal just two months after parting ways with League One outfit Exeter City.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsHarper, who has previously received one call-up to the Kenya men’s football national team but is yet to make his debut, left Exeter City following the expiry of his contract at the end of the 2024/25 season. He now finds a new home at Walsall.##NAJAVA_MECA_9007120##“We are pleased to announce the signing of defender Vincent Harper on a two-year contract, with the club option of a further year. The 24-year-old, who is predominantly a wing-back, has spent the last two seasons in Sky Bet League One with Exeter City,” read a statement from the club.During his two-year spell at Exeter, Harper made 65 appearances, scoring three goals and providing three assists. The Nairobi-born left-back/wing-back began his career at Bristol City and gained senior experience through loan spells at Gloucester City, Weston-super-Mare, and Bath City.Chelsea preparing another club-record-breaking transfer – 210 million USD to Borussia DortmundAfter leaving Bristol City’s Ashton Gate in 2021, he had a brief stint at Chippenham Town before being snapped up by National League side Eastleigh. Harper spent two seasons with the Spitfires, where he impressed, notably scoring four goals during the 2022–23 season. His performances attracted the attention of Exeter City, who signed him for an undisclosed compensation fee.In October 2023, Harper received his first Harambee Stars call-up and was on the bench for a friendly match against Russia, though he did not feature in the game under the then-head coach Engin Firat.South African, Zambian clubs in tug-of war for Francis Kahiro’s signatureSpeaking to Walsall’s media team, Harper expressed his excitement about joining the club.“I’m buzzing. I’m happy to finally get it all sorted, and I’m looking forward to getting started,” he said.“Speaking to the gaffer and what he’s got planned sold it to me, and playing here at the start of last season, I liked the vibe and the atmosphere, so when it came about, I wanted to get involved straight away.”SEASON REVIEW: Shabana rise from edge of relegation to heart of title raceOn his preferred role on the pitch, the dynamic player highlighted his versatility and love for both sides of the game.“I’m energetic, I like to defend, and I like to attack. I’m nice and dynamic, and I like to have fun on the pitch. I want to do the best I can and help the team win games.”Walsall head coach Mat Sadler was delighted to land Harper, praising his attributes and readiness for the season ahead.Boost for Kambi FC as Mozzart Bet delivers sporting gear“Vincent is a very explosive wing-back with a very athletic profile. He’s quick, likes to get at his man, but he’s a very good one-v-one defender as well. He comes to us on the back of a lot of games in League One last season for Exeter, so it’s a very important signing for us.”Sadler also revealed that Harper had been on their radar for some time.“He’s someone we’ve worked on for quite some time in the off-season, and he was highly sought after by a lot of clubs in our division.”The transfer is subject to EFL and FA clearance.Veteran coach Edward Manoah slams reported fraud in secondary school games
