Kenyan football is celebrating another milestone as Harambee Stars forward Ryan Wesley Ogam has completed a high-profile transfer to Austrian Bundesliga side Wolfsberger AC. The 20-year-old striker, who lit up the FKF Premier League with Tusker FC, is set to test himself in Europe following a sensational rise.
Born in Nairobi in December 2004, Ogam’s football story began in local youth clubs like Galaxy FC, Sunrise FC, and UEFA Despanol before stepping up with Rainbow FC in Kenya’s lower leagues. A positional change from midfielder to striker at Tusker proved transformative, helping him score 15 goals in just 17 FKF Premier League games in 2024-25.
His breakout performances during the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), especially memorable goals against Morocco and Zambia, put him under the spotlight and earned him comparisons to Kenyan legend Michael Olunga.
Wolfsberger AC, a club that has steadily established itself in Austria’s top flight and regularly competes in European competitions, views Ryan Ogam as a vital addition to their attacking options. Club president and head coach Dietmar Riegler expressed enthusiasm for signing the young Kenyan talent, praising his finishing and movement.
Ogam will join his new teammates after the international break, following Harambee Stars’ World Cup qualifiers against The Gambia and Seychelles. This move places him on a bigger stage, providing opportunities to develop among Europe’s competitive football leagues.
Ryan Ogam’s transfer is a testament to Kenya’s growing export of football talent, inspiring young players across the nation. The striker’s journey from Nairobi estates to a European Bundesliga club showcases dedication, skill development, and ambition.
Fans and followers will be watching eagerly as Ogam aims to make his mark and further elevate Kenyan football on the international stage.
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