Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat has revealed details of a major project he is advocating for in collaboration with the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and the Government of Kenya.In an interview with Passion Sports, Firat disclosed that he has proposed the construction of a national team complex, which he believes will significantly contribute to the development of Kenyan football.##NAJAVA_MECA_8291043##Firat stated that discussions have already taken place among the involved parties, and he has also met with former Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba to discuss the project.“It does not make sense if we have only one training field. We need a national team training center, which means a facility where all teams can train, including the youth teams, the women’s teams, and any other formations,” said Firat.According to Firat, the facility should include around three hotels to accommodate different teams simultaneously, at least three training fields (one of which should be synthetic), and a fully equipped gym.Such a large-scale project would require significant funding and collaboration among various agencies, but Firat is optimistic about the solution.“It is a big project; it is not simple, but with grants from FIFA, the federation wouldn’t have to approach the ministry constantly for funding,” he explained.High-stakes showdown for Gor Mahia and Kenya Police in crucial continental clashesFirat also highlighted the inefficiencies of the current situation, where the team pays for hotels, transportation, and gym facilities, and spends about 45 minutes in traffic traveling between the hotel and the training ground.He also pointed out the drawbacks of the hotel setup, where players are frequently visited by family members, agents, and friends, causing disturbances that could be avoided with a dedicated training complex.Additionally, the former Moldova coach mentioned that he plans to meet the new Sports CS, Kipchumba Murkomen, to follow up on the project after the departure of Ababu Namwamba, who was very supportive and committed to the idea.Firat emphasized that if this project is realized, it will be a major boost for football in Kenya.“I think this is the most important thing for the national team right now. It won’t entirely save Kenyan football, but it will make things much better.”High-stakes showdown for Gor Mahia and Kenya Police in crucial continental clashes
