Victor Wanyama reveals why he joined Dunfermline Athletic

Victor Wanyama holds a Dunfermline Athletic FC jersey after signing for the Scottish Championship club.(Photo/officialdafc)

By Michael Kirwa
Friday, March 28, 2025

Wanyama, 33, signed with Dunfermline Athletic on Wednesday, marking his return to Scotland, where he previously played for Celtic under Lennon's management.

Former Harambee Stars midfielder Victor Wanyama has opened up about his decision to join Scottish Championship club Dunfermline Athletic. In an exclusive interview with the club's media, Wanyama revealed that a conversation with the club's Irish manager Neil Lennon and the owner convinced him to make the move.

"Neil Lennon called me and asked for my help at Dunfermline. I also spoke with the owner, and his ambition for the club impressed me," Wanyama said. "I turned down other offers to join Dunfermline. It was a no-brainer for me."

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Wanyama, 33, signed with Dunfermline Athletic on Wednesday, marking his return to Scotland, where he previously played for Celtic under Lennon's management. The midfielder is eager to reunite with his former coach and help the club avoid relegation.

"Neil and I have a great history. He played a significant role in my career, and now we're working together to keep Dunfermline up," Wanyama said. "We want to work together to achieve our goal of keeping the club in the league."

Dunfermline Athletic is currently ninth in the Scottish Championship league table, with 27 points from 29 matches. Wanyama is aware of the challenge ahead but is optimistic about the team's chances.

"We have nine matches to save our season, and we're confident that we can turn things around," Wanyama said. "We'll take it one game at a time, starting with our match against Ayr United on Saturday."

The match against Ayr United has an added twist, as Wanyama will face his former Celtic teammate Scott Brown, who is now the coach of Ayr United.

"Facing Scott Brown, with Neil and me on the other side, is like a fairy tale. We share a special bond, having played together at Celtic, and even share the same birthday, June 25," Wanyama said. "It's going to be a tough match, but we're looking forward to it."

Wanyama's contract with Dunfermline Athletic runs until the end of the season, but he hasn't ruled out extending his stay. "After the season, we'll see what happens. I've enjoyed playing in Scotland before, and I'm planning to set up a home here," he said.

Wanyama, who has also played for Southampton and Tottenham in the English Premier League, will wear jersey number 44 at Dunfermline Athletic. He began his football career at JMJ Youth Academy before having spells with Nairobi City Stars and AFC Leopards. He then moved to Europe, joining Swedish club Helsingborg, before moving to Belgian club Beerschot in 2008.