Victor Wanyama sets sight on survival at new club as he returns to Scotland

Victor Wanyama sets target at new club. Photo/Dunfermline Athletic

Victor Wanyama sets sight on survival at new club as he returns to Scotland

Stephen Awino 20:01 - 28.03.2025

Kenyan footballer Victor Wanyama has opened up on his target with new club Dunfermline Athletic as marks a return to Scotland.

Kenyan footballer Victor Wanyama has set his sights on helping Dunfermline Athletic secure their place in the Scottish Championship following his high-profile return to Scotland.

The former Celtic midfielder completed his move to the second-tier side on Wednesday, marking his return to Scottish football after more than a decade.

Wanyama had been without a club since November 2024 after his contract with Major League Soccer outfit CF Montreal expired.

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Speaking to Dunfermline Athletic’s media team, Wanyama expressed his immediate focus on aiding the team’s survival battle, with discussions on his future set to follow at the end of the season.

"Now, my intention is to help the club stay in the league. After that, we can sit down and discuss again," he said.

As previously reported by Pulse Sports, the 33-year-old has signed a contract that runs until the end of the season, after which he will assess his next steps.

His vast experience, which includes stints with Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton, will be crucial for Dunfermline as they fight to avoid relegation.

Despite the drop to Scotland’s second tier, Wanyama remains motivated by the challenge ahead.

"I understand that wherever I've been, it has always been about challenging myself and trying to take the club to the next level. This is a challenge I'm looking forward to accomplishing, and I'm ready. Hopefully, as a team, we can achieve it," he stated.

Wanyama, who previously made a name for himself in Scottish football with Celtic, believes his experience will help him adapt quickly to the demands of the league.

"I've been around, I've learned, and football is constantly evolving. When you go to different places, you adapt. I understand Scottish football, and there isn’t much of a change. We'll adjust to whatever comes our way," he added.

Dunfermline Athletic currently sits ninth in the Scottish Championship standings with 27 points, just six points ahead of bottom-placed Airdrieonians FC.

With the fight for survival intensifying, Wanyama’s leadership and experience could play a vital role in the team’s push to remain in the division.

As the season nears its climax, all eyes will be on the Kenyan international to see whether he can inspire Dunfermline to safety and potentially extend his stay in Scotland.