Posta Rangers coach Sammy Omollo has stated Michael Olunga's absence in Harambee Stars' squad will be a blessing in disguise, especially for the local-based players.
Kenya will be playing Zambia on October 10 at Nyayo Stadium in an international friendly match as they prepare for the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifying doubleheader against Comoros.
The 26-year-old who plays for Kashiwa Reysol, captain Victor Wanyama of the Major League Soccer (MLS) outfit Montreal Impact, and Johanna Omollo of Cercle Brugge of Belgium are tied by strict Covid-19 protocols imposed by their respective countries.