FKF backs diaspora drive to strengthen Harambee Stars
Football Kenya Federation president Hussein Mohammed has defended the push to recruit foreign-born players for the Harambee Stars ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, saying the strategy is vital as Kenya prepares to co-host the tournament with Uganda and Tanzania.
An FKF delegation led by vice-president McDonald Mariga, alongside national team coach Benni McCarthy, has been touring Europe to convince players of Kenyan descent to commit to the national team.
“We want the best talent available to represent Kenya,” Mohammed said, insisting the move will raise the team’s competitiveness ahead of the continental showpiece.
The federation believes tapping into the diaspora will strengthen the squad as the country builds a formidable team for AFCON 2027 on home soil. “Our goal is a strong Harambee Stars capable of competing with the best in Africa,” Mohammed added.