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The South African
an hour ago
- Sport
- The South African
Chiefs news: 39-goal striker signs, Motaung mentions more names
Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly putting pen to paper with Bissau-born striker Flavio Silva, who will be arriving from Indonesia's Liga 1 where scored 39-goals in three seasons. ADVERTISEMENT 'Kaizer Chiefs look poised to secure the signature of Flavio Silva, a Portuguese striker with roots in Guinea-Bissau,' a source revealed. 'Silva is a product of the Sporting CP youth academy, where he began his footballing journey. He is set to join Amakhosi from the Indonesian Premier League club Persebaya Surabaya, boasting an impressive scoring record. The 1.85m-tall striker made a striking debut in Southeast Asia in January 2023, netting five goals in a single match to lead Persik Kediri to a 5–2 victory over Persikabo 1973.' New signings on the way? Meanwhile, Kaizer Chiefs management Jessica Motaung has revealed what she can regarding the clubs ongoing transfer business, saying, 'Great to hear the players come back. I see they have maintained their fitness. That's what I love. I see they are focused and ready to come and face the challenges that they have,' said Motaung at the Village on Thursday. 'Certainly, we are working on the intakes for the new season and I know that the technical team, as well as the sporting department, is working closely to make sure that they are looking at different types of players and signing the players for the next season.' ADVERTISEMENT 'Hopefully, we will see some of those signings at the Toyota Cup and in the pre-season. But also, the window is open for a period of time, so we are not closed off and saying the signings we make now are fast and final,' she added. 'Certainly, there is a lot of work being done to make sure that we realise the vision, which is to continue ascending locally and on the African continent in terms of our rightful place and where we should be as Kaizer Chiefs.' Who should Kaizer Chiefs sign? 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.
The South African
2 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Former player disgraced by Kaizer Chiefs' latest signing
Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye believes the club made the wrong call in signing English League Two player Ethan Chislett, especially when Mamelodi Sundowns' Sipho Mbule became a free agent. Chislett, albeit born in Durban, has never played in the PSL, instead spending his career between AFC Wimbledon and Port Vale. The 26-year-old has amassed 242 league appearances in England, scoring or assisting on 56 occasions. 'I see the guy, and if I'm not mistaken, I think he was playing in the second or third division wherever he is coming from. In terms of South African football, it's more of a Vodacom (ABC Motsepe) League where he is coming from, I have been told,' Khanye said 'I don't think it's the right direction by Kaizer Chiefs to be bringing the guy, although I can't comment much because I haven't seen him play, to be fair to him. It's very difficult to judge a player before you have seen him with your own eyes playing.' 'As for agents, they will always be there to sell their players. Who doesn't want their product to be sold? Mike Makaab will do his best to sell his players. If the club decides to sign the player because they bought into the story, there is nothing wrong with that, and you can't blame Mike Makaab or any other agent for that, for that matter,' he added. 'As for me, I don't think this is the right direction for Chiefs, but it's too early to judge without having seen what the guy can offer.' 'What Pirates have done with the signing of Sipho Mbule, that's what Kaizer Chiefs should have done. Chiefs should have signed Mbule if they really wanted to compete in the Betway Premiership. Mbule was going to make a huge difference for 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.
The South African
3 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs set to sign Bafana Bafana star and free agent
Kaizer Chiefs look set to land another experienced defender, with Bafana Bafana international Thibang Phete on the verge of joining the club. The 30-year-old centre-back, currently a free agent, has emerged as a key target as Amakhosi continue to bolster their squad with overseas-based South African talent. Having already secured the services of Nkanyiso Shinga from Portuguese side FC Alverca to fill the gap at left-back, Chiefs have now turned their attention to central defence. Phete, who recently returned to top-flight football after a lengthy injury spell, fits the bill perfectly. Phete rejoined professional football in March, signing with Icelandic top-flight outfit IF Vestri. Despite his ten-month absence from the pitch, he quickly made his mark, featuring in seven of their twelve league matches this season. Previously, Phete played in Portugal for GD Chaves during the 2023/2024 campaign. However, his one-year stint came to an end after his contract expired, leaving him free to negotiate with new suitors. Now, with no transfer fee required and his fitness proven, Phete stands out as a smart and seasoned acquisition for Kaizer Chiefs. Phete's international credentials add significant weight to the deal. He has earned four caps for South Africa, bringing not only technical ability but also composure and leadership to a backline that has undergone considerable changes in recent months. A well-placed source revealed the latest developments. 'At the moment it looks like it could happen, talks have begun… it's looking positive and Chiefs might have met Phete's realistic demands, not done yet but close.' Kaizer Chiefs have clearly adopted a strategy focused on repatriating quality South African players from overseas leagues. With Shinga basically signed and Phete nearing a deal, the club shows no signs of slowing down in their pursuit of a stronger, more balanced squad. Will Thibang Phete make Kaizer Chiefs better? 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.
The South African
3 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates: Special meeting for eight new players
Orlando Pirates, a Leading Betway Premiership club, sealed eight new signings this week. The list includes Sipho Mbule, Yanela Mbuthuma, Masindi Nemtajela, Tshepang Moremi, Nkosikhona Ndaba, Sinoxolo Kwayiba, Tshepo Mashiloane, and Sihle Nduli. Instead of gradual reports to prolong media coverage, the Sea Robbers first announced Mbule and then seven players within 24 hours. Meanwhile, the club facilitated a special meeting for the new Orlando Pirates footballers. Jessica Motaung talks about Kaizer Chiefs money Dr Irvin Khoza at an Orlando Pirates conference in Parktown, Johannesburg. Image: @orlandopirates/X Former club leaders Tebogo Moloi, Lucky Lekgwathi, Happy Jele, Edward Motale, and Innocent Maela made themselves available to address the newbies on what to expect at the mighty Orlando Pirates. Orlando Pirates legend sends a serious message to Sipho Mbule 'We were inducting our new players to give them a proper understanding of what to expect,' club legend Moloi told KickOff . 'We emphasised that their lives, as well as those of their immediate family members, changed the moment they signed with the club. 'Once you make the spiritual owners happy, you're set for life. Even after hanging up your boots, they will still be there for you. 'Nobody understands this better than I do. I started my journey with Orlando Pirates since I joined in 1987 and how I witnessed Dr. Irvin Khoza take over the team in 1992,' Moloi added. 'Playing for Orlando Pirates is akin to playing for South Africa. Every day, you are under the microscope. The important aspect of the induction is to guide them on how to behave off the pitch as a Orlando Pirates player. 'They were recruited with this understanding. We encouraged them to make history, just like the group of players we signed from a relegated Jomo Cosmos who went on to become CAF Champions League and AFCON champions. We urged them to dream big,' the former midfielder maestro concluded. 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.
The South African
4 hours ago
- Business
- The South African
Jessica Motaung talks about Kaizer Chiefs money
Ask most Kaizer Chiefs fans if they believe Amakhosi avoid spending on player transfers, and they will likely concur. Is this true of the Betway Premiership giants? The club's Marketing and Commercial Director, Jessica Motaung, has dismissed that as a false perception. According to Motaung, Kaizer Chiefs spend plenty of money but may be subject to unfair market prices for players. Orlando Pirates legend sends a serious message to Sipho Mbule Left to right: Kaizer Chiefs football manager Bobby, the chairman, Kaizer, and the Sporting Director, Kaizer Jr. Images: BackpagePix 'Chiefs pay a lot of money, sir,' Motuang said via Soccer Laduma . 'So, I'm actually quite surprised so I think it is absolute nonsense. If I look at our budgets and I look and the investments we are making into players and the transfer space. Dylan Cox joins Orlando Pirates 'I also think the South African market needs to evaluate itself. Are the negotiations fair? Are the prices people are asking for players fair? We have to look at our industry but we have certainly made sure and you can see from our investments in the last season. 'Not only in the players but in the technical team. You can see that Chiefs are putting money where its mouth is. It is a matter of making sure we evaluate and make sure our spend gives us the return that we need,' Motaung added. 'For me I would say at Kaizer Chiefs we work as a team, and we must be honest about that, that sometimes things work out and at times they don't. 'I think the guys on the technical side are working very hard and they have the support of the board and the chairman and all of us even at the marketing side. We must be fair in that the market has changed and the climate has changed, and every team goes through cycles and changes. 'There was a time when certain teams were not at the top and experiencing challenges and we are fortunate in that we have had years and years of absolute success. It is just now that we have had a period of challenges, and it is great that we have won the Nedbank Cup. 'We need to be careful in saying we didn't have good players when those players won us the Nedbank Cup,' Motaung added. 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.
