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The South African
30-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs to have a new number 11 and 6
Kaizer Chiefs' management and technical team are actively creating an improved playing squad for the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season, and of course, the CAF Confederation Cup. Since the start of the transfer window, Amakhosi have now parted ways with no fewer than eight players. The Kaizer Chiefs exit list includes: Sabelo Radebe Njabulo Blom Ranga Chivaviro Edson Castillo Bongani Sam Edmilson Dove Tebogo Potsane. Kaizer Chiefs news: R3 million fee and eight decisions Kaizer Chiefs players during the penalty shootouts against Asante Kotoko in the Toyota Cup. Image: kcofficial/Instagram Player exits mean the availability of jersey numbers. Ask any football fan about the importance of particular jersey numbers when a team is hunting for new players, and they will confirm. Orlando Pirates striker describes the new coach Some of these carry history and responsibility. Blom and Potsane's exits mean jersey numbers 6 and 11 are available. Number six belonged to the club's legendary central midfielder Reneilwe Letsholonyane, while number 11 is synonymous with legends like Nelson Dladla, Jabu Pule, Emmanuel Ngobese and Knowledge Musona. In the meantime, Amakhosi will kick off the new season away to Stellenbosch FC on Sunday, 10 August at the Athlone Stadium. FULL LIST OF THE FIRST FIVE FIXTURES 10 August: Away vs Stellenbosch FC 3 August: Home vs Polokwane City 9 August: Home vs Richards Bay 27 August: Away vs Mamelodi Sundowns 30 August: Away vs Golden Arrows. 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.
The South African
23-07-2025
- Business
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs news: R70 million income and experienced number six
Since 2022, Kaizer Chiefs have sold Njabulo Blom to St Louis, Siyabonga Ngezana to FCSB, Thatayaone Ditlhokwe to Al-Ittihad and Yusuf Maart to SV Ried. This impressive influx of cash helped Kaizer Chiefs balance its books and sign new players such as Rushwin Dortley, Inacio Miguel and Glody Lilepo. According to Transfermarkt , the leading global source for player market values, the deals have generated around R70 million for the club known as Amakhosi. Amakhosi news: Underfire striker and more signings Chairman Dr Kaizer Motaung and the club's Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. Image: Sowetan Njabulo Blom – St. Louis City SC (USA) – €300,000 (± R6 million)… Full story here. Kaizer Chiefs news: Biggest in Africa and Nabi comments Kaizer Chiefs could very well add depth and quality to coach Nasreddine Nabi's 2025/26 Betway Premiership squad. Phiri, who previously played for clubs in France, Denmark, and Turkey, is one of several high-profile names being linked to Amakhosi. His technical ability and experience in Europe make him an appealing target for a Kaizer Chiefs side that has already made several key additions. While nothing has been finalised, Phiri has confirmed that discussions had taken place with Amakhosi before the club's pre-season tour… Full story here. 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.
The South African
22-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs: Four players sold abroad in four years
Since 2022, Kaizer Chiefs have sold Njabulo Blom to St Louis, Siyabonga Ngezana to FCSB, Thatayaone Ditlhokwe to Al-Ittihad and Yusuf Maart to SV Ried. ADVERTISEMENT This impressive influx of cash helped Kaizer Chiefs balance its books and sign new players such as Rushwin Dortley, Inacio Miguel and Glody Lilepo. According to Transfermarkt, the leading global source for player market values, the deals have generated around R70 million for the club known as Amakhosi. KAIZER CHIEFS PLAYER SALES IN FOUR YEARS Striker's father reveals what Amakhosi asked him Njabulo Blom – St. Louis City SC (USA) – €300,000 (± R6 million) Since 2022, the first sale was the homegrown talent Njabulo Blom, aged 23, who was transferred to St. Louis City SC in Major League Soccer for an estimated €300,000, equating to about R6 million. ADVERTISEMENT French-based star waiting for Kaizer Chiefs bosses 2. Siyabonga Ngezana – FCSB (Romania) – €600,000 (± R12 million) In July 2023, Siyabonga Ngezana was transferred to Romanian Liga I side FCSB (formerly Steaua Bucharest) for an estimated €600,000, or around R12 million. A solid defender and academy product, his sale marked the club's strategic move to develop and sell talent at peak value. 3. Thatayaone Ditlhokwe – Al-Ittihad (Libya) – €810,000 (± R16.2 million) ADVERTISEMENT Botswana international Thatayaone Ditlhokwe was sold in 2023 to Libyan giants Al-Ittihad for an estimated €810,000 (around R16.2 million). His departure added another profitable sale, despite limited impact at Kaizer Chiefs. 4. YUSUF MAART – SV RIED (AUSTRIA) – €1,000,000 (± R20 MILLION) The biggest of the lot was just a week ago. Yusuf Maart joined Austrian Bundesliga side SV Ried for an estimated €1,000,000 (approximately R20 million). His move was both a financial win and a significant loss on the pitch. However, Kaizer Chiefs are rumoured to be close to signing Feisal Salum from Azam FC, with the funds, possibly one or two more players. WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE CLUB'S TRANSFERS SO FAR THIS WINTER? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 ADVERTISEMENT Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news. ADVERTISEMENT
The South African
20-07-2025
- Business
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs make R70 Million in player sales?
Since 2022, Kaizer Chiefs have sold Njabulo Blom to St Louis, Siyabonga Ngezana to FCSB, Thatayaone Ditlhokwe to Al-Ittihad and Yusuf Maart to SV Ried. This impressive influx of cash helped Kaizer Chiefs balance its books and sign new players such as Rushwin Dortley, Miguel Inacio and Glodi Lilepo. According to Transfermarkt , the leading global source for player market values, the deals have generated around R70 million for the club known as Amakhosi. Also Read: Yusuf Maart makes money for Amakhosi Njabulo Blom's announcement by St Louis from Kaizer Chiefs in December 2022. Image: St Louis Since 2022, the first sale was the homegrown talent Njabulo Blom, aged 23, who was transferred to St. Louis City SC in Major League Soccer for an estimated €300,000, equating to about R6 million. Big story: Orlando Pirates signed a new team (11 players) In July 2023, Siyabonga Ngezana was transferred to Romanian Liga I side FCSB (formerly Steaua Bucharest) for an estimated €600,000, or around R12 million. A solid defender and academy product, his sale marked the club's strategic move to develop and sell talent at peak value. Botswana international Thatayaone Ditlhokwe was sold in 2023 to Libyan giants Al-Ittihad for an estimated €810,000 (around R16.2 million). His departure added another profitable sale, despite limited impact at Kaizer Chiefs. The biggest of the lot was just a week ago. Yusuf Maart joined Austrian Bundesliga side SV Ried for an estimated €1,000,000 (approximately R20 million). His move was both a financial win and a significant loss on the pitch. However, Kaizer Chiefs are rumoured to be close to signing Feisal Salum from Azam FC, with the funds, possibly one or two more players. 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.
The South African
19-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Former Kaizer Chiefs fan-favourite signs for Asian champions
Kaizer Chiefs academy graduate Njabulo Blom has completed a move to a rather surprise club for the upcoming season. The utility midfielder spent last season out on loan at the Glamour Boys from parent club St. Louis City FC. Following his exit from Naturena, Blom has now been unveiled as a new signing at a surprise Asian club! READ MORE • How much Orlando Pirates paid for Oswin Appollis! READ MORE • R20 million Mamelodi Sundowns star wanted by Siwelele FC! Njabulo Blom has completed a move to Vietnamese 1 champions Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC. 'Njabulo Blom, born on 11/12/1999, is a South African citizen and plays as a midfielder,' the club confirmed on Facebook as per Soccer Laduma . 'He was a familiar face in the American Professional Soccer League , now known as MLS , when he played for St Louis CITY SC. Njabulo Blom was also summoned up and played for the South African National Team.' Njabulo Blom made 19 appearances for Kaizer Chiefs across all competitions last season. The 25-year-old already has 160 professional appearances in both the PSL and MLS. 'After completing his loan spell with Kaizer Chiefs, Njabulo Blom will return to his parent club, St. Louis City SC, in the United States of America,' an official club statement read last month. 'Blom rejoined the Amakhosi at the beginning of September 2024 under an agreement to spend a season at his boyhood Club in the Betway Premiership.' READ MORE • Orlando Pirates cut ties with fan-favourite worth R14.5 million! Is it a step back or a step forward for the Bafana Bafana player? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by also emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
