Kaizer Chiefs January offer for AFCON star rejected!

Kaizer Chiefs ended up making no signings in January, but reports claim an offer for a top target was rejected!

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Chiefs are currently sixth on the DStv Premiership log, with interim coach Cavin Johnson dismissing the possibility of new signings.

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Johnson had often alluded to the media that, he believes in the current crop of players at Chiefs. For that reason he said he just needs more time to coach them, rather than go into the market. Although many may have taken his statements with a pinch of salt, as they sounded diplomatic, they proved true.

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During the last transfer window, Chiefs had been linked with the likes of Fawaaz Basadien from Stellenbosch FC. Oswin Appollis of Polokwane City has also made the list as well as Riaan Hanamub of AmaZulu. Another player that was linked with the club is Swedish based attacking midfielder Tashreeq Matthews. In the goal keeping department, they have also been heavily linked to Nigerian international goalkeeper Stanley Nwabili.

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Additionally, the likes of Sage Stephens and Siphesihle Mkhize have also recently made the Chiefs list. But with what team manager Bobby Motaung had said, it became apparent none will be joining in January. It has now been claimed, however, that the club did try to make a move for top target Appollis. But according to sources speaking to The Citizen the offer was rejected by Polokwane City.

Polokwane City reject Chiefs offer for Appollis

“Oswin (Appollis)  is a top player, undoubtedly one of the best wingers in the country at the moment. Polokwane know that they are going to make money out of him, and they can get a bigger offer than what Chiefs put on the table. To tell you the truth, I’m not really surprised and the thing is that they are not the only ones who want to sign him. Oswin is enjoying his football and I think that is why he is performing so well because there is no pressure at the club (Polokwane City). I don’t remember when was the last time we (Polokwane City) had a player in the national team. So, some people might not see it, but it’s a huge achievement for the club and they will make sure that they get a best deal for him.”said the source to the publication. 

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This comes as a surprise as it was thought Chiefs were sticking to their stance for the past window. If it is true, then the club have made a worrying first impression in negotiations for Appollis.