Kaizer Chiefs’ season has been crammed with highs and lows, however the newest win over Mamelodi Sundowns within the Nedbank Cup this previous weekend has definitely offered a glimpse of what could possibly be attainable.
Because the Glamour Boys and Nasreddine Nabi proceed to plan for subsequent season, they may wish to rigorously contemplate which signings might strengthen the staff.
Thembinkosi Lorch and Sipho Mbule – who’re on mortgage at Wydad Athletic and Sekhukhune United from Sundowns – are simply two gamers who’ve been linked with Chiefs prior to now.
With speak that the duo could possibly be accessible to depart Masandawana on the finish of the season, there are some whispers that they might quickly come again onto Chiefs’ recruitment radar.
Nonetheless, when speaking on the Soccerbeat podcast, former Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Farouk Khan has steered Chiefs ought to look elsewhere.
“What’s essential is for Chiefs to take care of the staff spirit, I wouldn’t advise them to signal Mbule and Lorch even when they had been free to be trustworthy,” Khan stated.
“The 2 gamers include a whole lot of baggage. They’re good gamers, however what they do off the sphere goes to affect what occurs on the sphere.
“Chiefs as soon as signed Khama Billiat from Sundowns, and he was an excellent participant, however he got here with a whole lot of off-field issues. So, after I have a look at this, I don’t simply have a look at the technical and tactical potential. I additionally have a look at the mentality and self-discipline as a result of what makes a fantastic staff is gamers who’re disciplined and don’t social gathering.”
Kaizer Chiefs prepared for a return to motion
Kaizer Chiefs will face off towards Chippa United on the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on Saturday. The match will kick off at 17:30, with Amakhosi seeking to construct on the momentum gained from their semi-final victory over Sundowns.
This match is a part of a vital run-in for Chiefs, with the Soweto Derby towards Orlando Pirates looming on 3 Could. The staff’s performances within the upcoming matches towards Chippa United and Marumo Gallants respectively will likely be important in setting the tone for the derby.
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