Kaizer Chiefs new coach: RANKING the candidates

07/05/2024

Kaizer Chiefs have shortlisted some of the most exciting candidates in recent memory. We reveal the leading candidates – in order.

All five men on this list present a strong case.

Furthermore, they are have a lot to offer Amakhosi with management on the hunt for an experienced and successful coach to take over the helm at the end of the season.

RANKING THE CANDIDATES FOR THE CHIEFS HOT SEAT

1) RUI VITORIA (LEADING CANDIDATE)

Vitoria has emerged as the front-runner for the Chiefs job, according to recent reports,

“You know things at this stage things are changing regarding the issue of the coach as there are consultations going on between the technical team and the management and that is why now the Portuguese coach (Rui Vitoria) is the one on the top of the list,” the insider reported on SoccerLaduma.

Meaning, he has overtaken fan-favorite Pitso Mosimane as well as Pep Guardiola’s confidant, Raul Caneda.

“They have looked at what he has achieved and how his team play. They believe if given a chance, he could change the fortunes of the club. So as we speak now, he stands a better chance than the Spanish coach Raul Caneda. That’s how things are now,” he added on the same publication.

2) RAUL CANEDA – PEP GUARDIOLA’S CONFIDANT

Caneda is currently the second favourite. Moreover, he was the initial favourite a few days ago, according to Goal.

Therefore, these two men are both being strongly considered by the Amakhosi hierarchy despite the likes of Mosimane, Benni McCarthy and Amakhosi legend, ‘Ace’ Khuse, all set to be available. Caneda is referred to as Guardiola’s confidant due to his role in recruiting and helping English Premier League and European giants Manchester City. However, he has not coached any side since 2020.

3) PITSO MOSIMANE (CHIEFS DREAM PICK)

The dream remains a possibility. Mosimane to Chiefs is still alive and Amakhosi have their best chance yet to secure ‘Jingles’.

However, Vitoria and Caneda are currently ahead on the pecking order. The good news is that Mosimane will be available at the end of the season having signed a short-term deal with Al Abha. So, it is now up to Amakhosi to make him an offer. In fact, the original plan was for Mosimane to replace Johnson at the end of the season. Fingers crossed, Amakhosi.

4) ACE KHUSE – AMAKHOSI LEGEND

‘Ace” Khuse has been linked with the Chiefs job.

His name and reputation precedes him as one of the best players to ever represent the Soweto giants. The fact that he has been mentioned and is being looked means that he is being considered. He knows the club very well and would certainly inspire his players given his legacy. Unfortunately, he lacks experience coaching at the highest-level and Amakhosi do not want to repeat recent mistakes. They through young coach Arthur Zwane into the deep end to fast when he became head coach prior to Molefi Ntseki appointment last season.

5) MANQOBA MNGQITHI – MIXED REPORTS

At the start of the season, Mngqithi stated that he wants to join Chiefs at the end of the season. Furthermore, more recent reports claim that the Soweto Giants want to add him to their technical team. However, his agent rubbished these claims.

“We have not had a formal approach from Kaizer Chiefs for Manqoba. I don’t think the onus should sit on us to make that approach,” Makaab said on Gagasi FM, as reported by iDiskiTimes.