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The South African
6 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs chase international triple threat for Naturena switch
Kaizer Chiefs have intensified their international recruitment drive following the recent arrivals of Ethan Chislett and Flavio Silva, turning their attention to three more overseas-based South African stars, Thibang Phete, Luther Singh, and Nkanyiso Shinga. After nearly ten months on the sidelines, Thibang Phete returned to professional football in March by joining Icelandic top-flight side IF Vestri. The 30-year-old, affectionately known as Cafu, previously played for GD Chaves in Portugal during the 2023/24 campaign but left the club after his one-year contract expired. Now a free agent, Phete presents an enticing option for Chiefs as they seek to bolster their defensive depth with international experience. Luther Singh has emerged as one of South Africa's top-performing exports, racking up 13 assists for AEL Limassol in the Cypriot top division last season. His red-hot form continues to catch the attention of national team coach Hugo Broos, keeping him in contention for a Bafana Bafana recall. The Chiefs long time target remains under contract with AEL Limassol until May 2026, with an additional one-year extension clause in place, making any potential move to Naturena a complex negotiation. Meanwhile, Nkanyiso Shinga has impressed with 22 appearances for Liga Portugal 2 outfit Alverca, where his contract runs out at the end of June. Chiefs may see an opportunity to swoop in and secure left back before other clubs enter the race. A source revealed the situation: 'So these three (Phete, Singh and Shinga) are all involved in negotiations with Chiefs, but Singh and Shinga will need the most convincing. Shinga has a year left on his contract and Singh is doing well in Cyprus, with a lengthy contract attached to him.' Will the overseas trio be a good fit at Kaizer Chiefs? Let us know by leaving a comment below or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
BBC News
11-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Ex-Wales boss Coleman sacked by Belgian side OH Leuven
Former Wales manager Chris Coleman has been sacked by Belgian top-flight club OH 55-year-old was appointed at the end of November 2024, just days after leaving his head coach role at Cypriot side AEL Limassol by mutual main target this season had been to remain in the Belgian Pro League and Coleman achieved that with seven wins, 10 draws and 10 defeats - but the side performed poorly in the play-offs to qualify for European the Belgian Cup, Leuven reached the quarter-finals before being knocked out by Club Brugge.A club statement said: "Under the leadership of [Coleman], OH Leuven managed to secure participation in the European play-offs on the last match day of the regular competition. "In those play-offs, the performances remained below expectations. That is why the club is now opting for change with a view to next season and is ending the collaboration with Coleman. Assistant coach Georgios Korakakis is also leaving the club."OH Leuven is already in talks with potential successors and hopes to quickly appoint a new technical staff to start preparations."Former Anderlecht boss David Hubert has been linked with taking over at Leuven for the 2025-26 campaign.
