Former Harambee Stars head coach Jacob ‘Ghost’ Mulee has called on the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to introduce substantial cash prizes for domestic league champions to boost the competitiveness of Kenyan clubs on the continental stage.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsMulee, a three-time Kenyan Premier League (KPL) winner with Tusker FC, believes that financial incentives are crucial if local sides are to make meaningful progress in continental tournaments.##NAJAVA_MECA_9019124##He made the remarks while speaking to Mozzart Sport in reaction to Police FC’s qualification to the 2025/26 CAF Champions League. Their first-ever appearance in the prestigious competition.Police earned the ticket after winning the 2024/25 FKF Premier League title, finishing ahead of Gor Mahia and Kakamega Homeboyz.Mulee, who once served as the club’s technical director, expressed optimism about their chances but raised concerns about the lack of a domestic prize purse for league winners.“I want to challenge Police FC to shift focus from local football to continental success,” he told Mozzart Sport.AFC Leopards, Shabana miss out on KCB-bound midfielder“I’m glad CAF has increased the prize money; at least now clubs will have something to facilitate preparations. But I don’t know if Police were awarded any cash for winning the league, and that’s a big concern. Kenyan midfielder Aldrine Kibet arrives in Spain to complete LaLiga transferCompeting in CAF tournaments costs between Ksh15 and Ksh20 million for home and away matches. Without a domestic prize, it’s a big challenge.”CAF recently announced a revision of its financial model, with teams participating in both the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup now guaranteed a minimum of $100,000 (Ksh13 million) at the preliminary round, double the $50,000 prize introduced last year.Rising Stars captain set to join LaLiga sideThis means Police and FKF Cup winners Nairobi United, who will compete in the CAF Confederation Cup, are both assured of a significant financial boost heading into continental action.Despite uncertainties surrounding FKF’s support, the former APR Rwanda and Yanga coach believes the Law Enforcers have what it takes to rattle Africa’s established heavyweights.##NAJAVA_MECA_9019169##“I know Police have the financial and technical might. Let them go out there and fight. I’m dreaming of them being the first Kenyan team in years to reach the group stage, because that’s where the real money is,” said the CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup winner with Harambee Stars.Police previously made their continental debut in the 2024/25 CAF Confederation Cup but were knocked out in the first round by Egyptian giants Zamalek, losing 3-1 on aggregate.Kenya Police FC win the 2024/25 Kenyan Premier League title.#FootballKE pic.twitter.com/hb1amjuxGK— Ole Teya (@TeyaKevin) June 22, 2025
