Kaizer Chiefs veterans Ramahlwe Mphahlele and Itumeleng Khune.
Kaizer Chiefs latest: Khune undecided on what to do next season
Kaizer Chiefs captain Itumeleng Khune has revealed that he’s yet to decide as to what he will do when his contract expires in June 2024.
Kaizer Chiefs veterans Ramahlwe Mphahlele and Itumeleng Khune.
Kaizer Chiefs captain Itumeleng Khune has revealed that he’s yet to decide as to what he will do when his contract expires in June 2024.
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When Khune signed the current deal, Chiefs revealed that it was his last, and that the veteran goalkeeper will use the current season to transition into ‘a new coaching and ambassadorial role working with the marketing division at the Club’.
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The 36-year-old is yet to feature this season, and it’s unclear if Molefi Ntseki would prefer to use him in Cup competitions only given his experience.
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Furthermore, it is unclear whether or not Khune intends to hang up his gloves when his contract with Chiefs ends.
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After all, Khune previously said he wants to play until he’s 40, meaning he may want to play for a few more seasons if he happens to leave Chiefs.
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Khune has already completed his first goalkeeper coaching course, and whether or not he becomes a goalkeeper coach or the club’s ambassador remains to be seen.
KAIZER CHIEFS CAPTAIN KHUNE UNDECIDED ON FUTURE PLANS
“I think a player of my calibre since I’ve been in the PSL and Kaizer Chiefs all my life. I think it was important that I was sat down, and that’s what the club did,” Khune told the media.
“They were honest with me to say, at your age, we will manage you. We won’t be playing you all the matches this season. When we need you, please always be ready. I don’t mind doing that because they gave me the respect I deserve, and I’m happy with my new role.
“As part of the contract, we’ve discussed that at some point, I’ll have to do a transition from playing to playing a different role in the club’s structure.
“So, I’m still yet to decide on what I’m going to be doing. But for now, my full focus is on playing and helping, pushing other goalkeepers to be at their best.”
