Today’s Kaizer Chiefs rumour wrap looks at Nabi’s plans for the January transfer window as he continues to refine and reshape his squad.
Kaizer Chiefs to ship Matlou out
Chiefs will allow 26-year-old midfielder George Matlou to leave on loan in January. He continues his rehabilitation from a knee injury.
Via SoccerLaduma:
“The club appears to be exploring options to loan Matlou to a team where he can stay fit and get regular playing time in the second half of the season.
Chiefs identify two positions to strengthen in January
Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has reiterated his desire to sign a striker and a winger in the upcoming January transfer window.
Amakhosi need a creative backup for Mdu Shabalala
Nkosingiphile Ngcobo is riddled with injuries and the club can’t continue to rely on his availability. Right now, the starting number 10 is Mduduzi Shabalala. Chiefs need another player who can pull the strings and create chances for the wide attackers and central striker. There’s been plenty of talk that Chiefs pursued Asanale Velebayi in the winter window and rumours suggest they’ll go back in for the Cape Town Spurs winger in January.
Signing Velebayi would kill two birds with one stone. He’d provide a genuine threat in wide areas, and he’d also give Chiefs the option of utilizing Gaston Sirino in a more central playmaking role, especially if/when Shabalala needs a rest or time out of the side.
Upcoming Fixtures for the Glamour Boys
Amakhosi, meanwhile, have 18 days to wait until their next Betway Premiership fixture. They’ve started this campaign in decent fashion, with two wins from three, and a recent defeat to Sundowns. Their goal, of course, will be to compete for next season’s MTN8 at a minimum. Here are their next few fixtures:
- SuperSport United – Saturday, October 26, Lucas Moripe Stadium, 17:30
- Magesi FC – Wednesday, October 30, Old Peter Mokaba Stadium, 19:30
- Royal AM – Sunday, November 9 – FNB Stadium, 17:30
Will Chiefs make another move for Velebayi in January?
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