Kaizer Chiefs are taking a look at several Orlando Pirates stars who are out of contract at the end of June 2025.
Paseka Mako and Thabiso Monyane have both been released by the Buccaneers.
Left-back is thought to be a priority area to strengthen for the Glamour Boys.
Kaizer Chiefs shift their focus from Basadien to Mako
According to SABC Sport, 31-year-old Paseka Mako is in advanced talks with Kaizer Chiefs over a winter move. Stellenbosch full-back Fawaaz Basadien was initially their first choice. However, the Winelands club is reluctant to sell the Bafana man, whom they see as an indispensable member of their squad. It’s somewhat of a surprise that Pirates let go of Mako. The nifty left-back made 26 appearances in the 2024-2025 campaign. Meanwhile, 34-year-old Deon Hotto faces an uncertain long-term future.
Chiefs zero in on Appollis to bolster their attack
In their search for a prolific wide man, Chiefs have reportedly reignited their interest in Polokwane and Bafana star Oswin Appollis. The 23-year-old was in action for South Africa in a 0-0 draw against Tanzania.
“If you were talking about Appollis, I could have agreed with you. It’s also an open secret that Chiefs are interested in him. The negotiations are believed to also be at an advanced stage as there are a few logistics they are working on, but not Elias Mokwana,” an insider told Soccer Laduma.
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Is Mako what Chiefs need?
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