Kaizer Chiefs are chasing leads across the transfer market while they prepare for a clash with Sundowns. We also have the latest team news there.
Dove returns in a timely boost for Kaizer Chiefs
30-year-old Mozambican defender Edmilson Doive is fit again, giving manager Nasreddine Nabi a much-needed utility option in his back four. The man born in Xai-Xai is contracted to the club until June 2025 but has the option of an additional year. His versatility and ability to cover at left-back and in central defence could be critical for Nabi. Since moving to Chiefs in August 2022, Dove has made 43 appearances for the club. He also clocked up over 100 outings for Cape Town City.
“Amakhosi coach, Nasreddine Nabi will be delighted to have Edmilson Dove available for this weekend’s Betway Premiership blockbuster against Mamelodi Sundowns, with the Mozambique international fully recovered from injury,” the club confirmed.
Chiefs chase the classy Luke Le Roux
According to Siseko Gwegwe’s online investigations, 24-year-old Bafana Bafana and Värnamo midfield dynamo Luke Le Roux is a target for Chiefs. However, they’ll likely face competition from Sundowns. Le Roux already has extensive experience in Europe after stints with Sweden and the Netherlands. He’s also got seven caps for Bafana Bafana, earning his debut for South Africa in September 2022. This midfield schemer has the backing of Hugo Broos, but does he want a return to Mzansi?
Sundowns vs Chiefs key team news
After his straight red card in Chiefs’ demoralising 4-1 defeat at SuperSport, Uruguayan playmaker Gaston Sirino will play no part against his old club Sundowns. The Brazilians host Amakhosi on Saturday 01 March at 15:30.Wandile Duba and Ashley Du Preez are long-term absentees while Dillan Solomons and Sibongiseni Mthethwa are unlikely to feature.
Mama Joy to become a Chiefs Super Fan?
Nobody has ever questioned the loyalty of Kaizer Chiefs fans. Just look at the continuous disappointments they have to face and they just keep getting back up off the ground. Could Mama Joy become the latest Chiefs ‘Super Fan’ to keep morale in the stadium up? Although the suggestions were obviously tongue-in-cheek, they’re not the most ridiculous thing we’ve read this week.
What’s your score prediction for Sundowns vs Chiefs?
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