Kaizer Chiefs transfer news continues to heat up as head coach Nasreddine Nabi and Head of Scouting and Recruitment Thembela ‘Tera’ Maliwa were spotted in Tanzania on Wednesday, sparking talk of imminent reinforcements. The duo attended a Premier League clash between Simba SC and Singida Black Stars at the KMC Complex in Dar es Salaam, an appearance that has intensified rumours of a potential move for Simba SC’s forward, Denis Kibu.
Kibu tops Kaizer Chiefs’ watch list
The 26-year-old attacker has reportedly been on Kaizer Chiefs’ radar for some time. Though Kibu didn’t start in Simba’s narrow 1-0 victory—sealed by Steven Mukwala’s first-half strike, a source said the Chiefs’ technical team used the trip to evaluate him and other possible targets in a live match environment.
“Chiefs coach Nabi and the club’s chief scout Tera were recently in Tanzania and part of their visit included watching the match between Simba SC and Singida Black Stars. One of the players that Chiefs have been following is Denis (Kibu), and they hoped to see him in action. There’s a possibility he could be brought in next season,” a source revealed.
“There might have been other players the Chiefs technical duo were there to watch closely.”
CAF pedigree makes Kibu an ideal fit
Kibu’s performances in continental competition make him a compelling prospect. The Simba SC frontman featured in 12 games during the 2024/2025 CAF Confederation Cup, scoring four times. Coached by South African tactician Fadlu Davids, Kibu played a key role in helping Simba SC reach the final, where they narrowly lost to Moroccan outfit RS Berkane.
Despite falling just short of lifting the trophy, Kibu’s exploits on the African stage did not go unnoticed, particularly by a Kaizer Chiefs side keen on restoring its dominance.
Chiefs signal serious intent in the market
Kaizer Chiefs are not simply scouting, they’re sending a message. With Nabi steering the technical direction and Maliwa actively identifying new talent, the club is clearly building with purpose. This scouting mission is more than routine, it’s a clear sign that changes are on the horizon.
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