Saturday will see the 177th meeting between Kaizer Chiefs and their Soweto neighbours Orlando Pirates at the FNB Stadium. Photo: Samuel Shivambu – BackpagePix
Kaizer Chiefs to miss out on yet another midfield target
Kaizer Chiefs have competition for a PSL midfielder’s signature, and it looks as though they’re going to be missing out this time.
Saturday will see the 177th meeting between Kaizer Chiefs and their Soweto neighbours Orlando Pirates at the FNB Stadium. Photo: Samuel Shivambu – BackpagePix
According to reports, Kaizer Chiefs are interested in a PSL-ready midfielder but another top-tier side is leading the race.
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Celimpilo Ngema is the midfielder in question, and MTN8 finalists AmaZulu have stolen a march on Amakhosi to land him. Usuthu boss Romain Folz is reportedly keen on a reunion with a player he knows all too well from his time at Gallants.
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“It was revealed by the Siya crew that Gallants midfielder Celimpilo Ngema has attracted interest from Kaizer Chiefs, among other clubs, following his impressive performances for the Limpopo outfit.” – a report read.
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“News reaching the Siya crew is that AmaZulu are also chasing the player as his former coach Romain Folz is keen on reuniting with him to strengthen the squad in the January transfer window.”
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What do you think Chiefs fans, is 25-year-old attacking midfielder Ngema the answer to your problems? Hit me up in the comments. It must at least be refreshing to read news relating to somebody that isn’t Njabulo Blom though, right?
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