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Kaizer Motaung Jr has plenty to ponder. Image: © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Kaizer Chiefs hot on the heels of prolific African striker

Kaizer Chiefs are keen to bolster their options in the attacking third, and links to an old flame have resurfaced.

Kaizer Chiefs Arthur Zwane

Kaizer Motaung Jr has plenty to ponder. Image: © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Kaizer Chiefs are back in the race for a clinical striker rom Yanga SC, according to the latest rumours.

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Kaizer Chiefs keen on Fiston Mayele

Chiefs were keen on the Yanga striker last year but a move failed to materialize. It seems as though their interest has been piqued again. The 28-year-old has scored 30 goals in all competitions this term. It’s no surprise Chiefs are interested, given their well-documented issues in front of goal with neither Christian Saile nor Caleb Bimenyimana impressing for long periods.

The Glamour Boys will need to fork out a hefty sum, though, to lure the Congolese striker away from the Tanzanian champions,

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Kaizer Chiefs Naturena Village in all its glory. Image: Ernest Makhaya

Mayele is in demand

According to kickoff.com Mayele has attracted interest from Al HilalAl MarrikhRaja Casablanca and an unnamed side from Turkey. Zamalek are also rumoured to be keen keen on the prolific striker.

“Kaizer Chiefs did make a request on the possibility of opening negotiations but have not made and official offer yet.” said the source. 

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