Kaizer Chiefs news: PSL goalkeeper and fixtures
The 27-year-old goalkeeper from Elsies River, Cape Town, caught Kaizer Chiefs' attention after superb performances for Sekhukhune United and Bafana Bafana.
According to reports, Amakhosi, who are expected to part ways with Fiacre Ntwari, are interested in Leaner but have not made formal enquiries yet.
Images: New Kaizer Chiefs kit spotted in Eswatini Kaizer Chiefs target Renaldo Leaner in action for Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership. Image: Goal
In apparent preparation, the club known as Babina Noko has signed two goalkeepers: Toaster Nsabata from Zambia and Manuel Sapunga, the goalkeeper for Equatorial Guinea, formerly with Polokwane City.
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'The two reinforcements provide Babina Noko with squad depth in the goalkeeping department, making Leaner available for transfer….Full report here.
Under the guidance of head coach Nasreddine Nabi, Kaizer Chiefs have another opportunity to reclaim the glory days after a frustrating and inconsistent previous season.
Early momentum will be crucial for a team under pressure to deliver. The first five fixtures offer a mixture of tough away days and key home opportunities. How well Kaizer Chiefs handle this opening stretch could set the tone for the rest of their campaign.
Here's a closer look at Kaizer Chiefs' first five fixtures of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season…
10 August: Stellenbosch (Away)
Amakhosi begin their season on the road against Stellenbosch at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town. Stellies have developed into a competitive side, especially at home, and Steve Barker's side will ask big questions of Kaizer Chiefs.
13 August: Polokwane City (Home)… Full story here.
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