Fast-rising Harambee Stars prospect Aldrine Kibet has shared why he admires Michael Olunga as he progresses in his football career, aiming to fulfill his considerable potential.
Kibet, identified as a key player for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which Kenya will co-host with Tanzania and Uganda, is committed to making a significant impact at the tournament.
A standout performer in last season’s CECAFA U-18 Boys’ Championships, Kibet is currently refining his skills at the Nastic Soccer Academy in Tarragona. He eagerly anticipates breaking into the Gimnastic side, following the path of Amos Wanjala, a regular for the U-18 team.
Additionally, Kibet represented Kenya at the COSAFA tournament in South Africa, gaining valuable experience despite limited playing time.
The young star has expressed special praise for Michael Olunga, explaining why the Harambee Stars captain is his local role model. “Of course, there are players who inspire me. I especially admire Michael Olunga because of the way he plays,” Kibet said. “His hold-up play is very impressive. And, of course, that hat-trick he scored against Zimbabwe. The range of his scoring is just impressive and inspires me to want to reach that level.”
Kibet’s ultimate dream is to play for FC Barcelona, having already started his professional career in Spain. He believes playing for Tarragona FC will pave the way for him to achieve his aspiration of joining the Spanish giants, his favorite team.
“I am living my dream because, since I was a kid, it has always been my dream to come to Barcelona, Spain. I always look up to FC Barcelona because they play good football, tiki-taka… the (Pep) Guardiola kind of football. My dream is not just to watch FC Barcelona play, I have to play for them,” Kibet disclosed in an interview last March.
As Kibet continues to develop his skills and gain experience, he remains focused on his goal of playing for Barcelona and making a significant impact on the international stage with the Harambee Stars.
