Kaizer Chiefs are aggressively shaping their transfer strategy ahead of the 2025/26 season—and their reported targets show real attacking intent. The club, under the guidance of Nasreddine Nabi, is being linked with several high-profile and emerging talents from across the continent.
From proven PSL stars to rising prospects and international flair, Amakhosi’s potential transfer wishlist features no less than nine names, with only one being a defender—suggesting that bolstering the attack is clearly the top priority.
Amakhosi’s Target List: A Mix of Creativity, Power, and Versatility
Leading the charge is Monnapule Saleng, a 27-year-old winger currently with rivals Orlando Pirates. His name continues to dominate headlines as speculation grows about a sensational move across the Soweto divide.
Also on the radar is Oswin Appollis of Polokwane City, another exciting winger, while Etiosa Ighodaro, currently on Mamelodi Sundowns’ books, has emerged as a serious candidate to lead the Chiefs’ frontline.
Veteran striker Fiston Mayele, who now plays for Egypt’s Pyramids FC, and Feisal Salum from Azam FC, add a touch of international experience to the rumoured list.
Here’s a breakdown of the full list of names reportedly on Kaizer Chiefs’ radar this week:
Linked Players:
- Monnapule Saleng (27) – Winger, Orlando Pirates
- Feisal Salum (28) – Midfielder, Azam FC
- Asanele Velebayi (22) – Winger, Cape Town Spurs
- Sipho Mbule (27) – Midfielder, Mamelodi Sundowns
- Rivaldo Coetzee (28) – Midfielder, Mamelodi Sundowns
- Jean Charles Ahoua (23) – Forward, Simba SC
- Etiosa Ighodaro (23) – Striker, Mamelodi Sundowns
- Fiston Mayele (31) – Striker, Pyramids FC
- Fawaaz Basadien (28) – Left-back, Stellenbosch FC
It’s clear Kaizer Chiefs are not taking any shortcuts this transfer window. With a new vision under Nabi and a disappointing last season behind them, Amakhosi fans could be in for a major squad overhaul that brings both excitement and hope.
