Gor Mahia and Kenya Police FC are in a race to sign Nairobi City Stars standout Samuel Kapen.
Nairobi City Stars head coach Nicholas Muyoti has publicly told FKF Premier League leaders Gor Mahia and Kenya Police FC to refrain from actively pursuing standout player Samuel Kapen until the end of the season. I pleaded.
The suit comes amid an escalating bidding war that is reportedly starting to affect players' on-field concentration and performance.
Kapaito is third on the scorers' list behind Kenya Police's Tito Okello and Gor Mahia's Benson O'Mara with six games remaining.
Both Gor Mahia and Kenya Police FC have shown strong interest in Capen, who has been a key figure in City Stars' campaign this season.
“Good things definitely get attention, but for now they should give him a chance to finish the league and then talk to him. It would be distracting to talk to him now, but we They still need him. They should let him play football and be involved with him once the season is over.” Muyoti says: Capital Sports.
Muyoti's comments highlight the challenge smaller clubs face in retaining top talent if more prominent sides show interest.
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The former Kenyan international admitted that the club would not prevent a move that would be beneficial for Kapen, but that the timing of such talks is important.
“If he plays well and deserves a move to a higher-ranked team, we will be grateful and let him go. But it's important to keep him focused on the remaining games of the season.” is”I added.
Capen's performances this season have certainly been noteworthy, with the striker being a dynamic presence in the City Stars line-up and showing versatility across a variety of attacking roles.
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He has contributed significantly to the team's goals and assist numbers, and has naturally attracted attention from top-tier clubs.
Competition for his signature has intensified, with Gor Mahia recently reported to be in preliminary talks with Capen's representatives.
Not to be outdone, Police FC have responded with their own offers, hinting at the possibility of a war to acquire young talent.
A product of Liberty Academy, Capen joined Nairobi City Stars from Kibera Black Stars in September 2022.
After a difficult stint with Posta Rangers in the 2020-2021 season, his move to City Stars marked a return to the top tier.
His resurgence this season has not only been a boon for City Stars, but has also put him squarely on the radar of some of the biggest clubs in Kenyan football.
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