Injury-prone George Matlou has had several setbacks throughout his career, managing only twenty-eight appearances for Kaizer Chiefs since joining in 2022.
The 26-year-old’s contract is due to run out at the end of the season but could earn himself an extension if he gets back to his best – free agency beckons if he fails to do so.
“For now the ball is in his court,” a Siya source confirmed.
“The club has made it clear to him that the games he will play between now and the of the season determine his future,
“They have told him that they understand that the injury has disrupted his progress at the club and the technical team has given him the chance to play then it’s now up to him to save his own career,” the source added.
“So now it’s all up to him whether he will extend his contract or not. At least the club [Kaizer Chiefs] has communicated with him what they expect from him and that is to prove himself.”
Maswanganyi on the move?
“It’s no longer just about an inquiry, it’s about negotiations now,” a Siya source confirmed UD Oliveirense’s interest in Patrick Maswanganyi.
“They really want him back in Portugal. They are looking at the progress he has made and they are happy to bring him back to Portugal. It will all depend on what Pirates are looking at or if UD Oliveirense can afford what Pirates will be asking for Maswanganyi.
“The only issue that is there now is the R40 million that the club has put on Maswanganyi’s head. You know he is one of the best players now in the country and if the club wants that amount then UD Oliveirense should meet or make it even better than that. But since they are believed to have opened up negotiations then it will all depend on their offer that they table to Pirates.”
Should Kaizer Chiefs keep hold of Matlou?
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