Kai McKenzie-Lyle signs for Oxford City

Oxford City are delighted to announce the signing of goalkeeper Kai McKenzie-Lyle ahead of the new season.

The Guyana international becomes Sam Cox’s first new signing as Oxford City manager and the eighth player to join the squad after a number of holdovers from last season’s squad.

The former Liverpool & Barnet player spent last season with third-tier side Folkestone Invicta, but will now move up to the National League North with the Hoops.



Kai spoke of his delight after signing for Court Place Farm.

“It’s amazing to get the deal done,” Kai told www.oxfordcityfc.co.uk.

“After coming to the club for the first time, I think it’s a very good set-up and they are very good people.

“I can’t wait to play in this division (National League North). It’s been a long summer and I’m excited to be back playing.

“I can’t wait for the first pre-season game on Saturday.”

Oxford City Manager Sam Cox added: “I am delighted to have Kai with us.

“He had some offers in the National League and the potential showed.

“I consider him a friend, someone I can count on and a good person.”

Born in London, McKenzie-Lyle joined Tottenham Hotspur’s academy at under-10 level before moving to north London at Barnet.

He progressed through the youth ranks with the Bees and went on to make a senior appearance for the club.

He then joined Liverpool after a successful trial with the Premier League giants and represented the Reds at U23 level.

After leaving Anfield, he signed a two-year contract with Cambridge United in 2022, before joining National League South side Welling United when his contract at the Abbey Stadium expired.

On the international stage, McKenzie-Lyle has one of the most unique (and crazy) stories on the international stage.

The goalkeeper was called up to the Guyana national team after the country’s football federation was alerted to his eligibility by a researcher in the game Football Manager.

Furthermore, Kai made his debut for Guyana against Suriname in 2016 and
marked on his debut in a 3–2 defeat against Suriname.

His second appearance for the Caribbean nation was
little bit dumber, saving a penalty against Jamaica.

Everyone at Oxford City FC wishes Kai the best of luck during his time with the club.

Welcome to Court Place Farm, Kai.