The Owerri-based club could soon come under new leadership, with discussions already underway as preparations continue for the 2026/27 NPFL season. Kun Khalifat FC president Amaefula Michael confirmed the development in a letter addressed to the NPFL, revealing that negotiations with a prospective buyer are in progress. If the deal is completed, the incoming investor will assume a controlling interest in the club after the required ownership transfer procedures are finalised. The identity of the prospective buyer and the financial details of the proposed takeover have not yet been disclosed. Naija News reports that Kun Khalifat earned promotion to the NPFL for the 2025/26 season and defied financial difficulties to preserve their top-flight status in their debut campaign.