Kaizer Chiefs clear-out: Trio set to depart ahead of new season
Kaizer Chiefs clear-out: Trio set to depart ahead of new season
Kaizer Chiefs clear-out being confirmed as trio set to depart ahead of 2024/2025 season, as per SABC Sport. Chiefs are gearing up for a significant overhaul as they part ways with Sifiso Hlanti, Keagan Dolly, and Siyethemba Sithebe at the end of this week. Marking a pivotal decision by the club as change is imminent.
Departures confirmed
It’s been established that Chiefs will not be renewing the contracts of Hlanti, Dolly, and Sithebe. This start of the Kaizer Chiefs clear-out means the trio will soon become free agents. Allowing them to explore new opportunities with other clubs.
Sources within the club’s hierarchy revealed that the decision not to retain these players was aligned with a broader shift in the club’s strategic direction under the new technical team. Which will be led by incoming head coach Nasreddine Nabi. The decision-making process involved deliberations on the futures of several out-of-contract players at Naturena.
Player backgrounds
Sifiso Hlanti, known for his tenure with Moroka Swallows before joining Chiefs, had signed amid uncertainty after Bidvest Wits’ sale in 2020. Despite a contract extension announced last year. The option to renew his contract for another season was not exercised. Hlanti contributed significantly with 62 appearances for Chiefs. Which included 24 matches during the previous season under coaches Molefi Ntseki and Cavin Johnson.
Keagan Dolly and Siyethemba Sithebe, both arriving at Naturena as free agents from their previous clubs at Montpellier FC in France and AmaZulu respectively. They are players that are also affected by the club’s decision. Their tenure at Chiefs, although brief, saw them play integral roles within the team structure.
Reaction to Kaizer Chiefs clear-out
Expressing dissatisfaction, a representative for the players conveyed disappointment over the handling of the situation. Highlighting the abrupt nature of the communication regarding contract non-renewal. The representative emphasised the challenges now faced by the players in securing new opportunities within a short timeframe.
Chiefs upcoming changes
Kaizer Chiefs is expected to make further announcements regarding changes in the technical team soon. Nasreddine Nabi’s imminent takeover as head coach is anticipated alongside the appointment of his own backroom staff. Which includes Fernando Da Cruz as assistant coach, along with a goalkeeper coach and fitness coach, all ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.
As Kaizer Chiefs prepare for a fresh start under new leadership, the departures of Hlanti, Dolly, and Sithebe signal the beginning of significant changes within the club. The focus now shifts to how the team will reshape its squad and strategy under Nasreddine Nabi’s stewardship. Marking a critical phase in Chiefs’ quest for renewed success in South African football.