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R12 MILLION price tag for Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates target

A staggering R12 MILLION price tag has been placed on one of Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates international transfer targets.

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Kaizer Motaung of Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates chairman Irvin Khoza and Jomo Cosmos boss Jomo Sono. Photo: @KaizerChiefs

A staggering R12 MILLION price tag has been placed on one of Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates international transfer targets.

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Amakhosi and Bucs management will have to be willing to dig deep into their pockets if they are to sign Junior Mendieta.

The Argentinian Stellenbosch FC midfielder has a R12 MILLION buy-out clause placed on his signature, according to SoccerLaduma. Meaning, if either of the Soweto giants are to sign him that is the price they must be willing to pay – literally.

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Mendieta has been a target for Amakhosi management for several months now.

In fact, it was reported that the Glamour Boys tried to sign him in the January transfer window. However, the deal fell through with Stellies coach Steve Barker insisting that he holds onto his key midfielder until the end of the season.

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Junior Mendieta of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch FC’s Junior Mendieta in action at the Danie Craven Stadium. Image: BackPagePix

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Now, Amakhosi face stiff competition from their Soweto rivals, Orlando Pirates as well as DStv Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns.

The Argentinian midfielder is a key target for Amakhosi who have not filled the void left by Njabulo Blom in the midfileld.

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The Bucs and The Brazilians present very strong potential destinations for Mendieta.

However, both sides are packed with depth in the midfield.

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Meaning, Mendieta is more likely to move to Naturena as he is more likely to feature regularly for Amakhosi.

Furthermore, Amakhosi management want to wrap up all their signings by the end of the current season. So, they will present the earliest bid and seemingly the most promising. Therefore, we could see him at Naturena next season (fingers crossed, Amakhosi).

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