Sporting Lisbon Targets Kenyan Defender Daniel Anyembe
Kenyan international Daniel Anyembe could be on the move as Sporting CP of Lisbon expresses interest in signing the 27-year-old from Danish side Viborg FF, potentially sparking a high-profile transfer battle.
Kenya’s Daniel Anyembe may be set for a major career step, with Portuguese giants Sporting CP reportedly pursuing the Viborg FF defender. Sources close to the player have confirmed that formal talks between Sporting’s management and Viborg FF are already underway, signalling serious intent from the Lisbon-based club.
Bernardo Palmeiro, Sporting Lisbon’s sporting director, is understood to be a keen admirer of Anyembe’s profile, with the club eager to strengthen their defensive options during the ongoing transfer window. While Viborg FF are open to a winter exit, they have placed a €5 million asking price on the player a notable increase over his current Transfermarkt valuation of €2 million.
Anyembe, who has represented Kenya 13 times at senior level, joined Viborg FF in the summer of 2021 and extended his contract until 2028 following consistent performances. This season alone, he has featured in 21 matches across all competitions, cementing his reputation as a dependable presence at the back.
Interest in the Kenyan defender is not new. Earlier this year, Africafoot revealed that Belgian side Standard de Liège had also been monitoring his situation. With Sporting CP now entering the race, the potential exists for a competitive transfer tussle, and all eyes will be on developments as the window progresses.
