Neil Lennon believes Victor Wanyama, despite needing conditioning, will have a significant impact on Dunfermline Athletic's fight against relegation once his suspension is over.
Dunfermline Athletic coach Neil Lennon has backed Victor Wanyama to bounce back to his original form and turn out for the team once he serves his suspension.
The former Harambee Stars captain debuted for Dunfermline Athletic in their match against Ayr United on Saturday where they lost 3-0.
Wanyama did not have a chance to play for more than 20 minutes as he was red-carded for a deliberate handball.
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Though devastated, Victor Wanyama’s coach believes he only needs to address a few issues before getting back on track.
Victor Wanyama had not played in a competitive match since July 2024 when he played for MLS club CF Montréal. He left the club in January.
"He needs to get minutes into his legs as quickly as possible. Now he'll have to do a lot of conditioning work and training with the rest of the squad, and he'll be ready for next week, hopefully," Lennon said as quoted by Dunfermline Press.
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The former Celtic manager explained that having Victor Wanyama in the club has raised the mood of the players and they are hoping he will turn out for them as they look to avoid relegation.
Victor Wanyama will not be available for Dunfermline Athletic Wednesday's match at home to Livingston. However, he should be available for their crucial match against Hamilton Academical on Saturday.
"It's fantastic having him in, but you can see he needs work, but that'll come. You're hoping we can have him for the remaining five games of the season, where he'll have a huge impact for us."
Victor Wanyama to Dunfermline Athletic’s rescue
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Upon his arrival at Dunfermline Athletic last week, Victor Wanyama knew he had his work cut out as he looked to salvage the club from facing relegation.
Wanyama revealed that he wants to work with all the players, revealing that they are talented and there are just a few things they need to address.
Speaking about the red card, Victor Wanyama noted that he is not perfect and he is bound to make mistakes from time to time.
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He revealed that it is from the mistakes that he gets to learn, urging the players not to be afraid of that since that is the only way to get better.
"I'm looking also to drag a few players with me and try and help them to be on the same page. I know the talent is there - just try to put a lot of belief in them and not be scared to make a mistake,” Victor Wanyama shared.
"Football is a game of mistakes. You make a mistake and then you get up and try again. That's what drives players and gets them to improve. Hopefully, we can do that and not be shy. Try things, and get a good team that can get out of that position."
Following the defeat to Ayr, Dunfermline Athletic are still placed ninth in the 10-league championship and they are fighting hard to be in the safe zone before the season ends. All hopes rest on Victor Wanyama to rescue the club.