Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama says he wants to give back to the beautiful game in his country after retiring from professional football.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe 35-year-old, who enjoyed a successful career in Europe and North America, revealed that he is currently pursuing his UEFA A Licence as he prepares for the next chapter of his career, with his eyes being on lifting Kenyan football.##NAJAVA_MECA_10010062##Wanyama, who officially retired in April after playing his final competitive match in March 2025, says he remains passionate about the game and wants to use his experience to contribute to its development.“At the moment, I’m working on my A License, almost finished, close to submitting it. It’s good. I love the game. That’s the thing I know. Also, I want to give back to football what football has given me,” Wanyama said in an interview with Tottenham media.Nairobi United close in on Harambee Stars forwardThe former Tottenham Hotspur and Celtic midfielder believes his contribution could extend beyond his playing career, with coaching now among the areas he is preparing to pursue.Asked about his desire to give back and the reception he received from young fans whenever he returned to Kenya during international duty, Wanyama said he was particularly keen to contribute to football back home.##NAJAVA_MECA_10010034##“Exactly, exactly. It's important to help football in my country,” he said.Wanyama also revealed that he continues to maintain a connection with Kenyan football fans, pointing to the growing Tottenham Hotspur supporters' community in the country.Madina Okot's Atlanta move closer to first WNBA final since 2013“What’s amazing is we have Spurs fans over in Kenya, a Spurs fan group. Every season they always gather together and invite me when I'm around. It's lovely to see things like this,” he added.Wanyama earned 67 caps for Kenya and captained Harambee Stars during an international career that saw him play in the English Premier League, Scottish Premiership and Major League Soccer (MLS).Cosmas Nabungolo reflects on three decades of triumphs as retirement beckonsHis next ambition is now to complete his coaching qualification and use the knowledge and experience gained during his playing career to contribute to the development of football in Kenya.