Kaizer Chiefs are working on revamping their squad ahead of a potentially busy 2025/26 season with a continental charge.
Despite losing out on a top eight finish last season, Chiefs still qualified for the CAF Confederation Cup.
Chiefs salvaged the season with Nedbank Cup
This came courtesy of their 2-1 victory over arch rivals Orlando Piratesin the Nedbank Cup final. That also earned Chiefstheir first trophy since 2015. Now both of those feats will necessitate change in the playing squad. The punished on some for a lack of quality which led to a lack of contribution. But also them having to make way for a better quality due to a higher level required on the continent.
Players being released
There have been quite a few rumours with regards to who Chiefs are targeting. But before those players come in, they’re moving quickly to free up some space. Last week, they announced the departures of academy products Sabelo Radebe and Njabulo Blom. Following that, they have also confirmed the release of striker Ranga Chivaviro.
Now according to Soccer-Laduma, midfielder Samkelo Zwanecould be next out the door at Chiefs on loan.
Zwane the next to leave?
“Soccer Laduma understands that the central midfield is a key department that Nabi wants to bolster and this could have a negative effect on Samkelo Zwane, who did not get much game time in the past season. With new faces expected to join (Chiefs), competition for Zwane will be even harder. Soccer Laduma understands Zwane’s camp will meet up with management at Naturena to get some clarity on whether the player fits into the plans of the technical team. While the player is determined to fight for a spot in the team, his camp is aware of what not getting regular game time can do to his career.” Wrote the publication.
Good or bad decision?
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