Kenya U20 midfielder Kelvin Wangaya has joined Sportpesa League newbies Nairobi United on an undisclosed period.
The player was in Europe last month to attend trials with Swedish side Västerås SK and Falkenbergs FF and was scheduled for a series of other trials in Denmark and Belgium but United has moved in swiftyly to secure his signature ahead of the second half of the season.
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Announcing the signing, Nairobi United said, “We are thrilled to welcome Kevin to the Nairobi United family. He is a player we have tracked for some time; his ability to control the tempo of the game and his experience at the international youth level bring a new dimension to our squad.
“This signing underlines our commitment to blending young, hungry talent with proven technical ability.”
On his side, the player said; “Nairobi United has a very clear project and a winning mentality that aligns with my personal goals. I am ready to give my best for the badge and help the team achieve its objectives and for the fans.”
The player joins on a bosman having been a free agent since leaving FK Apolonia Fier in Albania. He started his football journey at Ligi Ndogo SC before moving to Kariobangi Sharks in 2022.
Internationally, the player has represented Kenya at Under-15, Under-17, Under-18, and Under-20 levels and was part of the Kenya U18 team, the Junior Stars, that finished runners-up at the CECAFA U18 Boys Championship behind Uganda.
He also featured in the Kenya U20 squad at the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations, where he scored against Nigeria, was named Man of the Match, and earned a spot in the tournament’s group-stage Best XI.
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