Victor Mugubi Wanyama is a prominent Kenyan professional footballer known for his achievements in the sport. He has featured for big clubs in the football Arena such as Celtic, Tottenham and Southampton FC among others.
Wanyama, who has accumulated over 60 appearances for the Kenyan national team, Harambee Stars, achieved a significant milestone as he became the inaugural Kenyan player to compete in the prestigious English Premier League, while also netting a goal in the renowned UEFA Champions League.
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In addition to his accomplishments on the pitch, Wanyama has also garnered substantial wealth through his successful football career, earning lucrative salaries, endorsements, and investing in properties and business ventures
Early Career and Rise to Prominence
Wanyama’s football journey began in Kenya, where he attended Kamukunji High School and played for its successful football team. He then joined Kenyan Premier League clubs Nairobi City Stars and AFC Leopards before moving to Allsvenskan club Helsingborg in Sweden in 2007.
However, he returned to Kenya after his brother’s departure to Serie A side Parma in 2008. After joining Beerschot AC in Belgium in 2008, Wanyama made his league debut towards the end of the 2008-09 season.
Wanyama’s exceptional talent did not go unnoticed, and in the summer of 2010, Celtic, a Scottish Premier League club, attempted to sign him. However, Beerschot denied his transfer
In 2011, Wanyama finally sealed his move to Celtic, signing a lucrative four-year contract worth £900,000 and creating history as the first Kenyan to play in the SPL.
 In 2013, he made a move to the Premier League, signing with Southampton for a reported fee of £12.5 million, becoming the first Kenyan to play in the Premier League.
 Success in Europe and Move to CF Montreal
During his time at Southampton, Wanyama established himself as a key player in the midfield. He made 97 appearances for the club.
In 2016, he made another high-profile move to Tottenham Hotspur, signing a five-year contract for a fee of £11 million.
However, in March 2020, Wanyama made a surprising move to Major League Soccer (MLS) club Montreal Impact (now CF Montreal). He signed as a Designated Player, and despite facing challenges due to the 2020 pandemic, he made a positive impact on the team during his two-year tenure.
Wealth and Investments
Wanyama’s successful football career has enabled him to accumulate considerable wealth.
According to the MLS official site, Wanyama earned a monthly salary of Sh24 million, totaling to an annual guaranteed compensation of Sh373,937,123.
In addition to his salary, Wanyama has made smart investments in properties and businesses.
Reports indicate that during his time at Tottenham Hotspur, Wanyama purchased several properties in Kenya, including a Sh60 million property in the United Kingdom.
He also owns a luxury house in Zanzibar, although his plans to purchase it were postponed due to the resumption of the EPL season.
 Wanyama resides in luxurious multi-million dollar homes both in Nairobi and abroad. His primary residence is located in Kileleshwa, an affluent estate in the city, and he also owns a property in London, United Kingdom.
As someone who enjoys the finer things in life, Wanyama has equipped his Nairobi home with high-end leather couches, gamer seats, and top-of-the-line electronics.
Wanyama’s investments also extend beyond properties, as he owns a world-class academy in Busia which focuses on sports, education, health and wildlife.
In addition to its involvement in sports initiatives, the Victor Wanyama Foundation also extends its support to underprivileged students by providing scholarships, creating employment opportunities, and raising awareness about the protection of endangered wildlife from illegal trade.
