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The South African
29-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs news: Appollis, Aziz Ki, four dream signings
Kaizer Chiefs are ploughing ahead with plans to make themselves title contenders next season. Here are today's rumours. Kaizer Chiefs are in pole position to sign Bafana and Polokwane winger Oswin Appollis. The 23-year-old has reportedly decided on a change of scenery for next season. Click for the story Four dream signings to transform Amakhosi's fortunes Meanwhile, according to PanAfrica Football, Stephane Aziz Ki will be a Wydad player imminently. The 29-year-old Burkinabe star has been a standout performer for Tanzanian giants Young Africans. It's understood that Rulani Mokwena played a big role in convincing the talented goal-scoring midfielder to move to Morocco. As it happens, Mokwena will leave his post at the end of the season. Click for more Yanga SC star Stephane Aziz Ki. Image: Weam MostafaBackpagePix Nwabali; Solomons, Msimango, Miguel, Dortley; Cele, Maart; Duba, Kingsley Michael, Appollis; Mayele. Click for the story 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
26-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs transfer news: Shalulile, Aziz, Chivaviro, Mbule, Nabi
For the second successive season, Kaizer Chiefs have failed to finish in the Top 8. They will once again wait for the transfer window to open. Despite signing 10 new players last season, Amakhosi failed to be competitive in the Betway Premiership, only finishing ninth. In the past two years, Chiefs have been linked to several top stars across the African continent. One player whom Amakhosi were looking at is Yanga midfielder Stephane Aziz Ki. The 29-year-old has since penned a deal with Wydad Casablanca for next season 'As part of strengthening the first team in preparation for upcoming competitions, the management of Wydad Athletic Club announces the official signing of the players: Noureddine Amrabat, Hamza Hanouri, and Aziz Ki, wishing them and their teammates the best of luck with the team,' Wydad announced via the club's statement. Which players can Kaizer Chiefs realistically sign? Sipho Mbule has been heavily underutilised by Mamelodi Sundowns this season and could be out of the club. The midfielder reportedly broke the Sekhukhune United code of conduct and was immediately put on ice by head coach Eric Tinkler. Mbule was on loan at the club, but as things stand, he might be without a team next season. Will Kaizer Chiefs pounce? Another Sundowns player whose future is uncertain is Peter Shalulile. The lanky striker has only netted six league goals and was often benched in favour of Arthur Sales. If Chiefs are to sign to Namibian international, they would have to splash a lot of money to bring the top goalscorer to Naturena. in terms of players leaving the club, Ranga Chivaviro is set to depart when his contract expires next month. The 32-year-old has failed to deliver despite a promising start to the 2024/25 campaign. Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi could also be shown the door, having failed to finish in the Top 8. His success, however, was in the Nedbank Cup where he guided Amakhosi to their first cup win in a decade. Who should Chiefs sign? 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
21-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Exciting goal-scoring midfielder chooses Morocco over Kaizer Chiefs, Pirates
Yanga SC playmaker Stephane Aziz Ki isn't joining Kaizer Chiefs. Instead, he's heading for Morocco to pursue his career. According to PanAfrica Football, Stephane Aziz Ki will be a Wydad player imminently. The 29-year-old Burkinabe star has been a standout performer for Tanzanian giants Young Africans. It's understood that Rulani Mokwena played a big role in convincing the talented goal-scoring midfielder to move to Morocco. As it happens, Mokwena will leave his post at the end of the season. Aziz Ki has two goals from 17 caps in a Tanzania jersey. Wydad are hoping to complete a deal for Aziz Ki in time for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup hosted in the United States. The esteemed FIFA Club World Cup. Image: transfermarkt Mdu was only a substitute in Chiefs' recent Nedbank Cup win over Orlando Pirates. It would also be a surprise if he started the final league game of the season against Polokwane, a decisive clash in terms of their MTN8 prospects. Only a bold man would predict that Mduduzi Shabalala will leave Chiefs in the winter, but his long-term prospects don't look great. The writing isn't on the wall yet, however, and it's up to the player to prove how much he wants to become a legend at the club. RUMOURS: Five African stars linked; Orlando Pirates steal a target? 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
20-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates to lose out on Aziz Ki
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates now face missing out on a major target who has consistently drawn links to the Soweto giants. Over the last two seasons, teams across the continent have widely touted the Burkina Faso international as one of Africa's top talents. His impressive performances for record Tanzanian champions Young Africans have reportedly drawn interest from a host of major clubs. This includes those in the Betway Premiership. The likes of Mamelodi Sundowns have been a destination for the Ivory Coast-born attacker. But now, he appears ready to make a move to North Africa. Young Africans forward Stephane Aziz Ki is reportedly on the verge of joining Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club. Botola Pro League giants are preparing to sign Aziz Ki on a two-year deal. This publication believes that their former head coach Rulani Mokwena played a huge role in getting the Yanga forward to join the three-time CAF Champions League winners. Aziz Ki was also heavily linked with Kaizer Chiefs and Pirates in the recent transfer windows. But none of those potential moves materialised. As he went on to score five goals in nine CAF Champions League appearances for Young Africans. The Burkinabe footballer reportedly earns a monthly salary of R358 460. This makes him the highest-paid player in the Tanzanian League. His annual salary is R4 301 520, which means Wydad are offering above this. Aziz Ki's signing for Wydad is seen as part of their efforts to strengthen the squad ahead of the Club World Cup. 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
03-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs target record-breaking star in explosive transfer move
Kaizer Chiefs target a record-breaking star in an explosive transfer move for next season. Amakhosi are not waiting for the dust to settle on the current campaign. The club has already launched an aggressive push to rebuild their squad, starting with a major focus on bolstering their attacking force. According to a source, Chiefs are going all-in on signing both strikers and creative midfielders, with a particular spotlight on Yanga SC's star midfielder, Stephane Aziz Ki. The Ivorian-born playmaker, widely regarded as one of the best talents in East African football, is back on Chiefs' radar after a previously failed attempt to bring him to Naturena. 'The team is having problems to sign another Tanzanian based midfielder in Feisal Salum and that's why they are believed to be reigniting their pursuit for Aziz Ki. You know both coach (Nasreddine) Nabi and (Cedric) Kaze know Aziz Ki very well and they apparently believe that he could help them next season. So, yes, Aziz Ki is back on Chiefs' radar for next season,' the source said. Chiefs aren't just focused on Aziz Ki. The technical team, led by head coach Nasreddine Nabi and assistant Cedric Kaze, is casting a wide net to find offensive reinforcements. The club has identified several attacking options, signaling a serious intent to solve their scoring woes. 'Aziz Ki is not the only attacking player they are looking at. There is Tshepang Moremi from AmaZulu as well and another one (Athini Jodwana) from Durban City. They are doing all this because they believe that although they play well they are not very strong in attack. They feel if they can improve their attack they will score more and win a lot of games going forward. That's the plan right now,' the source stated. Stephane Aziz Ki isn't just a top talent—he's also Tanzania's highest-paid footballer, raking in R4.4 million annually (or R367,880 per month). The 28-year-old signed a lucrative two-year deal with Yanga SC in July, reportedly including a R7.3 million signing bonus. That price tag won't make the move easy. But Chiefs' technical leadership believes the investment could pay off, especially given Aziz Ki's proven playmaking abilities and established rapport with Nabi and Kaze. Kaizer Chiefs are clearly planning a strategic squad rebuild with an eye on dominance. By targeting proven talents like Aziz Ki and young stars such as Moremi and Jodwana, the club is positioning itself to correct its goal-scoring deficiencies and return to winning ways. Will Chiefs pull off the blockbuster signing of Stephane Aziz Ki? One thing is certain: Amakhosi are ready to spend big and aim higher next season. Stay tuned with The South African as Kaizer Chiefs target a record-breaking star in an explosive transfer move. Do Chiefs have the financial muscle to pull off such a costly Aziz Ki move? 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.
