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The South African
11 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
RUMOUR: Kaizer Chiefs target Bafana veteran in France
Kaizer Chiefs are exploring the option of bringing Lebogang Phiri back to South Africa after a long stint in Europe. 30-year-old Phiri plays for Ligue 1 side Guingamp in France. His European adventure has taken him to Denmark and Turkey, too. 'Mayele will only come to South Africa for a holiday and Amapiano' Lebogang Phiri, a versatile central midfielder, has spent his entire senior career in Europe. He left the Bidvest Wits junior setup in 2013 for Denmark's Brondby and never looked back. Phiri has six caps for Bafana Bafana. 'Word reaching iDiski Times is that Kaizer Chiefs could be looking to bring another South African midfielder back from Europe, with Lebogang Phiri the latest name linked to the Nedbank Cup champions. Phiri, a former Bidvest Wits youth player, left the country as a teenager,' the outlet reported. 'He spent the past season in France with Guingamp. The 30-year-old, who came to the fore at Brondby, is believed to be considering his options, and while there are European opportunities for Phiri, a good offer from Naturena may be able to persuade him to return to Mzansi. 'In the 14 years Phiri has been abroad, he has played in Denmark, France and Turkey,' the report concluded. Kaizer Motaung Jr has plenty to ponder as the 2025-2026 season rolls closer. Image: © Sydney Mahlangu Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.


The South African
2 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs to sign midfielder from France?
Kaizer Chiefs brought Thabo Cele from Russia's Fakel Voronezh in January. Is Lebogang Phiri also coming back home to Amakhosi? Phiri, a 30-year-old central midfielder, has played in Europe since 2013. His locations included Denmark, Turkey and France. The Johannesburg-born player's contract with Ligue 2 side Guingamp ends on 30 June, and no renewal has been offered. Kaizer Chiefs star leaving after 41 matches? Kaizer Chiefs' Sporting Director, Kaizer Motaung Jr, and the head coach, Nasreddine Nabi. Images: @kaizerchiefs/X 'Word reaching iDiski Times is that Kaizer Chiefs could be looking to bring another South African midfielder back from Europe, with Lebogang Phiri the latest name linked to the Nedbank Cup champions. Phiri, a former Bidvest Wits youth player, left the country as a teenager,' the outlet reported. Orlando Pirates news: Two clubs target Mofokeng 'He spent the past season in France with Guingamp. The 30-year-old, who came to the fore at Brondby, is believed to be considering his options, and while there are European opportunities for Phiri, a good offer from Naturena may be able to persuade him to return to Mzansi. 'In the 14 years Phiri has been abroad, he has played in Denmark, France and Turkey,' the report concluded. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.