Nzoia's Mwangi will be one of the most sought-after players in the next transfer window
Nzoia's Mwangi will be one of the most sought-after players in the next transfer window

Ten FKF Premier League players that clubs will be keen on signing in the mid-season window

Reading Time: 6min | Thu. 16.02.23. | 10:05

These are players that other clubs will be keen on signing to bolster their ranks for the second leg and beyond.

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.

His 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.

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.


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.

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.

The big boys could go for him when the mid-season window opens

Brian 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.

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.

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.

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.

Roddy 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.

Kevin 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.

This 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.



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