As the 2025/2026 XVs season pauses for the Christmas break, attention now shifts off the pitch as the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) mid-season transfer window officially opens this December 17.
The window will remain open until New Year’s Eve, December 31 at 11:59 PM, giving clubs a two-week opportunity to reinforce their squads, address injury gaps, or make strategic signings ahead of the crucial second half of the season.
“As the 2025/2026 XV’s season heads for the Christmas break, the Kenya Rugby Union mid-season transfer window officially opens today the 17th of December and will run upto New year ‘s eve December 31st at 11:59 PM. Which players are you looking forward to see draped in new colours?,” KRU announced.
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Mid-season transfers have often played a decisive role in shaping title races, relegation battles, and cup ambitions. With several teams still firmly in contention across the Kenya Cup, Championship, and Nationwide leagues, movement is expected to be both tactical and impactful.
This development comes after several players became free agents ahead of the Kenya Cup season following changes at various clubs, including Kenya Harlequin. As a result, a number of players sat out the opening three rounds of the league as they were yet to be registered by new clubs.
University graduates are also expected to be on the move during the window, with several students completing their studies and now seeking to feature for new teams. In addition, recent high school graduates will be keen to secure registration with different clubs as they take their first steps into senior rugby.
