NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 25 – Tusker FC have pulled off a giant transfer after confirming the return of star striker Erick Kapaito forward of the 2025/26 Football Kenya Federation (FKF) season.
The two-time Golden Boot winner rejoins the Brewers after a quick stint with Tanzanian aspect Namungo FC.
He brings with him the firepower and expertise the group lacked within the closing levels of final season.
Kapaito, 29, left Tusker on the finish of the 2023/24 season after netting 12 targets within the league.
His departure was felt deeply by followers and teammates because the membership fell in need of reclaiming the FKF Premier League title and struggled with attacking consistency within the second leg of the season.
His return is seen as a significant coup for the Brewers outfit, who’re eyeing each home and the CAF Confederation Cup with the goal of progressing past the preliminary levels.
“Tusker FC is residence and I really feel I’ve returned to a spot the place I felt comfy, blissful and beloved. I’ve a deep reference to this membership and the followers, and I’m hungry to assist carry extra trophies to this nice group. I’m again, targeted, and able to give my all,” Kapaito mentioned throughout his unveiling at Ruaraka Grounds.
His comeback comes at a time when the Brewers are rebuilding below head coach Charles Okere, who took over halfway by way of final season.
Okere has been vocal about strengthening the squad, particularly the assault, and believes Kapaito’s return is a big step in the fitting route.
Kapaito is not any stranger to the massive stage. Before his transfer to Tanzania, he established his title as one of the crucial prolific forwards in Kenya, successful the FKF PL Golden Boot in 2018 and 2021. He returns as a extra mature and tactically conscious ahead.
“Eric brings loads to this group targets, management, and a successful mentality. He is aware of our system, and his expertise will likely be important each on and off the pitch. Last season, we struggled a bit within the second leg as a result of we didn’t have sufficient firepower upfront, and his return offers us that cushion,” Okere mentioned.
Kapaito’s re-signing follows the arrival of Vincent Otieno from Nairobi City Stars, a artistic midfielder, and utility defender Eugene Ikutwa from Bidco United.
The membership is actively reinforcing its squad in preparation for the upcoming league marketing campaign that kicks off in August.
The Brewers are additionally set to participate in some high-profile pre-season friendlies towards Tanzanian aspect Yanga SC in Nairobi, a match that would see Kapaito take a look at his kind towards former league rivals.
Fans have taken to social media expressing their pleasure following the announcement, with many describing it as a homecoming of a legend.
As Tusker FC goals to return and reclaim the FKFPL crown from reigning Champions Police FC, the return of Kapaito often is the spark wanted to ignite a title-winning marketing campaign.
