Today’s Kaizer Chiefs news wrap features several marquee strikers and a look at Nasreddine Nabi’s ultimate Christmas wish list.
Mothiba reveals reason for Kaizer Chiefs meeting
Chiefs are still in the market for a prolific, reliable goal-scorer and Lebo Mothiba’s name was thrown into the hat during the winter window.
Mothiba stated that his much-publicized visit to Naturena was not to discuss a transfer transfer but rather a business venture. The forward has established an agency in South Africa to scout and develop young talent for European clubs.
He explained that the agency will collaborate with his European agent to identify and nurture promising South African players.
Mayele on the menu?
Amakhosi’s board and management feel they can negotiate Pyramids FC down in their R25 million valuation of star striker Fiston Mayele.
Pitso’s future isn’t in SA
Pitso Mosimane took charge of Esteghlal in October and immediately tasted three defeats on the bounce. However, now he’s settled in and posted a sequence of six matches unbeaten. Jingles has confirmed he’s been approached over a contract extension:
Nabi’s Christmas wish list
Nasreddine Nabi via The Citizen:
“It is true that we feel up top, we have the same kind of players, who like to dribble and play in short spaces. But we lack a bit of power,” Nabi told SuperSport TV.
“(We lack) players who can shoot and make decisions and we need to get those kinds of players in the future.
Fixtures on the horizon
The Glamour Boys must wait until Sunday, December 29th for their next assignment. They face Chippa at their new temporary home, Moses Mabhida Stadium. Chiefs already find themselves 12 points adrift of the title pace after nine matches.
- Amakhosi vs Chippa: Sun 29 December, 17:45
- Cape Town City vs Amakhosi: Sun 05 January, 17:30
- Amakhosi vs Stellenbosch: Wed 08 January, 19:30
- Amakhosi vs Golden Arrows: Sun 12 Jan, 15:30
Will Chiefs sign and seal what they need during the January window?
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