Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has been named to the FIFPRO Global Player Council for the 2025–27 cycle.

The announcement was made on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, by FIFPRO, the worldwide representative organisation for professional footballers.

The council gives active players a platform to shape discussions on issues that affect their careers. It also guides the work of player unions both at the national and international levels. FIFPRO stressed that the group ensures men’s and women’s footballers from different leagues and regions are represented when important decisions are taken.

Wanyama joins a list of African players chosen for the body, including Zimbabwe’s Marshall Munetsi, Nigeria’s Rasheedat Ajibade, Zambia’s Racheal Kundananji, Ghana’s Antoine Semenyo, Cape Verde’s Pico Lopes, and South Africa’s Terrence Mashego and Jermaine Seoposenwe. The council also has members from Asia, Oceania, Europe and the Americas.

New role for Wanyama

For Wanyama, this appointment marks another step in his journey beyond playing. The 34-year-old has already started preparing for life after football. In August, he revealed that he is undertaking a coaching course.

“It went well. It was two weeks of intense learning, and I’m still doing the courses,” Wanyama said in a TV interview. “I just want to tick the boxes now so that when I finish my career I can have choices—whether coaching or in football administration.”

Although he has not yet decided if coaching will be his full-time path, he has made it clear that he wants to be ready for opportunities.

“Anything that can help me be a better coach or director, I will do it. Maybe one day you’ll see me on the touchline,” he added.

Giving back to Kenyan football

Away from personal ambitions, Wanyama has also focused on developing the next generation of Kenyan footballers. Through his foundation and academy, he has invested in facilities and training grounds to give young players a chance to showcase their talent.

He admitted that work on training pitches has faced delays due to soil issues but noted that progress is being made. Plans are also underway to open a branch in Nairobi, expanding the reach of the academy.

“We believe in good surfaces because they make players feel good and showcase their talent,” Wanyama said.