Julius Kiprop
- Former AFC Leopards coach Jaan Koops seeks payment of KES 9 million owed from his contracts with the club.
- The 83-year-old Dutchman, battling a severe heart condition, urgently needs funds for a pacemaker.
- Koops has struggled to get a response from AFC Leopards chairman Dan Shikanda.
- He prefers an amicable resolution and is willing to accept a partial payment for his medical needs.
Former AFC Leopards head coach Jaan Koops has made a heartfelt appeal to his former club to settle a KES 9 million debt. The money stems from two contracts signed during his tenure. Koops, now 83 years old and living in Busia County, says the funds are crucial for his health as he needs a pacemaker.
Speaking to the media, Koops expressed frustration over the club’s silence despite months of trying to contact AFC Leopards chairman Dan Shikanda. “I urge AFC Leopards to acknowledge the urgency of my situation and respond instead of remaining silent,” he told the Daily Nation.
Koops, who has consulted lawyers about his claim, prefers to avoid legal action. He is open to a compromise, asking the club to at least cover the cost of his pacemaker. “From my first contract, I request KES 1.892 million in four installments of KES 473,000 to access the life-saving treatment,” he said.
As a respected figure in Kenyan football, Jaan Koops’ plea for assistance sheds light on the challenges faced by former sports professionals in need of medical care. The call for AFC Leopards to honor their financial obligations underscores the importance of supporting those who have contributed to the growth of football in Kenya
