As Kaizer Chiefs gear up for the 2025 season, head coach Nasreddine Nabi has made it clear that strengthening the goalkeeping department is a top priority. However, fulfilling these demands has left the club’s decision makers facing a tricky puzzle.
The key issue revolves around Fiacre Ntwari, Chiefs’ current No.1 goalkeeper, who has struggled to consistently meet the expectations set by Nabi. Despite his talent and experience, Ntwari’s performances have been inconsistent, prompting calls within the club for potential changes.
Nabi reportedly wants a goalkeeper who not only delivers reliability between the posts but also commands the defense with confidence and can help build play from the back—a crucial aspect of his tactical approach.
This request has put Chiefs’ management in a challenging position. The market for quality goalkeepers fitting these criteria is limited and expensive, and the club must balance ambition with budget realities.
Sources close to the club suggest that Chiefs are exploring several options: promoting promising youth keepers from their academy, scouting local talent in the PSL, and even considering foreign signings.
One insider commented, “The coach is clear about what he wants, but it’s not an easy role to fill, especially on short notice. Ntwari has had ups and downs, and the club must decide whether to back him or look elsewhere.”
The goalkeeping department is pivotal as Chiefs aim to return to their winning ways, and this ongoing challenge will likely be a defining factor in the club’s transfer activity in the coming months.
Fans will be watching closely as the club tries to solve this goalkeeper conundrum ahead of what promises to be a competitive new season.
