Collins Sichenje Secures Big Move to Charlton Athletic in English Championship

Kenya, January 28 ,2206 - Kenyan centre-back Collins Sichenje has completed a major transfer to English Championship side Charlton Athletic in a deal reportedly worth around €1.9 million. The 22-year-old has now taken a significant step forward in his European career as he prepares for a new challenge in one of England’s most competitive leagues.

Sichenje began his professional journey in Kenya with the AFC Leopards before moving to Europe, where he joined Swedish club AIK and later Serbian SuperLiga outfit FK Vojvodina, where he has been a regular starter. His performances at Vojvodina, both domestically and in continental competitions, helped him establish himself as a composed and reliable defender at club level.

Charlton Athletic are competing in the English Championship, a league known for its intensity, physicality, and demanding schedule. The move marks a big opportunity for Sichenje to showcase his talents on a bigger stage, facing experienced forwards and defenders from across England and beyond on a weekly basis. The transfer fee of around €1.9 million reflects the Addicks’ confidence in his ability to make an impact at this level.

Sichenje’s strengths lie in his aerial ability, strong tackling and calmness when playing out from the back. Standing at 1.89 metres, he brings a physical presence that is well suited to the Championship’s fast-paced style of play. At just 22, this move could be a stepping stone to even higher levels of European football if he adapts quickly to the demands of English football.

For Charlton, adding Sichenje to their squad bolsters their defensive options and adds competition for starting spots. The club has ambitions of pushing for promotion to the Premier League, and securing a defender of Sichenje’s profile during the winter transfer window signals intent to strengthen key areas of the team. Success in the Championship often requires depth and versatility, and Sichenje’s arrival helps deliver that.