Chiefs to announce this signing on Saturday?

An exciting report says Kaizer Chiefs have an opportunity to sign a Bafana Bafana star before Sunday.

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KAIZER CHIEFS IN THE LEAD TO SIGN THABO CELE

Following the long-standing interest in signing Bafana’s Thabo Cele, AmaZulu appeared to have stolen the lead last week – but there’s a new report update.

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According to Tiyani Mabasa’s Unplayable, the 26-year-old central midfielder has returned to Poland to negotiate an exit from Radomiak Radom in order to seal his move to Naturena.

“#UNPLAYABLE confirms that Thabo Cele is still in Poland, as talks continue with Kaizer Chiefs.

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‘”He’s agreed (in principle) to join Chiefs, but there are some issues regarding his personal terms. It’ll be clear by Saturday,”‘ a source told the outlet.

𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗕𝗢 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘#UNPLAYABLE confirms that Thabo Cele is still in Poland, as talks continue with Kaizer Chiefs.

"He's agreed (in principle) to join Chiefs, but there are some issues regarding his personal terms. It'll be clear by Saturday," our source confirms. pic.twitter.com/HGKt4bXpL3

— #UNPLAYABLE (@UnplayableZA) August 3, 2023

Meanwhile, Amakhosi will begin the new in Durban at home to Chippa United on Sunday, 6 August at 15:00.

NEW YOUNGSTER SPOTTED AT NATURENA

In other news, Chiefs fans could have a new youngster to fall in love with. A new talent has been spotted with the Amakhosi senior team.

Following the departures of Erick Mathoho and Thabani Dube, while Edmilson Dove has seemingly moved to left-back, Amakhosi have apparently promoted Siyabonga Gumede.

The 19-year-old central defender was spotted with the senior team on Wednesday, where he is expected to be the understudy to the likes of Thatayaone Ditlhlokwe, Njabulo Ngcobo and Given Msimango.

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WINGER LEAVES CHIEFS

Additionally, Kgaogelo Sekgota, who had worn the jersey number 14 that Gumede has taken, is now a former Chiefs player.

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“Winger, Kgaogelo Sekgota has departed Kaizer Chiefs after spending two years with the Club. His new Club will make an announcement in due course after finalising all the paperwork pertaining to his registration.

“We thank KG for all his efforts and wish him well for the rest of his footballing career,” the report added.

According to SABC Sports’ leading reporter Mazola Molefe, the former Bidvest Wits winger, who missed selection in last weekend’ 1-0 loss to Township Rollers, has joined Stellies.

“Stellenbosch FC have finalised the signing of their prized possession yet, as much sought-after winger Kgaogelo Sekgota puts pen to paper,” the outlet reported.

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Meanwhile, the 26-year-old from Polokwane’s Seshego could make his debut for Stellies against Orlando Pirates on Saturday at 20:00 in the Winelands.

Following the arrivals of Pule Mmodi and Tebogo Potsane, the Soweto giants have released Kgaogelo Sekgota.

“Player Updates: Chiefs and Sekgota Part Ways,” the club posted on social media.

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