Kaizer Chiefs know they need to bring in big-name players across several key positions if they want to seriously challenge for the Betway Premiership title next season.
One of the most talked-about potential signings is Feisal Salum, whose name keeps popping up in transfer talks linked to Naturena.
In addition, the recent buzz has brought Bafana Bafana wingers Oswin Appollis and Elias Mokwana back into the spotlight.
Chiefs refocus efforts on signing a player also wanted by Orlando Pirates
Here’s a possible starting XI for Kaizer Chiefs featuring three new arrivals:
Bvuma; Solomons, Msimango, Miguel, Dortley; Cele, Salum; Duba, Appollis, Lilepo; Mayele.
Is Appollis the true target, with Mokwana just a decoy?
Reports suggest Chiefs have dropped interest in Elias Mokwana, who plays for both Bafana Bafana and Esperance. Instead, their full attention appears to be on Oswin Appollis.
“If you asked about Appollis, I’d say yes — it’s no secret Chiefs want him. Negotiations are pretty advanced, with just a few details left to sort out. But Mokwana? Not so much,” an insider told Soccer Laduma.
Could Nabi be Africa’s answer to Pep Guardiola?
Though Chiefs had a tough season overall, they ended their long trophy drought by winning the Nedbank Cup, beating rivals Orlando Pirates in the final. Now, head coach Nasreddine Nabi faces the task of turning this squad into real title contenders. Given his track record — back-to-back trebles in Tanzania — his reputation might be exactly what it takes to convince a player like Feisal Salum to join from Azam FC.
