New Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has publicly confirmed that he has requested four new offensive signings from club management to transform Amakhosi’s attack ahead of the new Betway Premiership season.
The French-Portuguese manager is keen to diversify the team’s tactical options and eliminate predictability in the final third.
“A striker, new wingers, and an offensive midfielder. We have good profiles already, but we asked management to get different profiles, so that we can play different football and be less predictable,” Da Cruz revealed.
Historic Move: Tanzanian International Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko Signs
While the search for attacking additions continues, Amakhosi have officially completed the signing of defensive midfielder Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko from Tanzanian powerhouses Azam FC for an undisclosed fee.
The 27-year-old former Azam FC captain becomes the first Tanzanian footballer in history to sign for Kaizer Chiefs, expanding the club’s rich tradition of continental representation:
- European Experience: Bitegeko spent six seasons in Scandinavian football, competing in the Icelandic, Norwegian, and Finnish top flights before returning home in 2024 to lead Azam FC to a third-place league finish.
- National Team Pedigree: The versatile midfielder currently serves as vice-captain for the Tanzanian national team, bringing composure and leadership to the Glamour Boys’ engine room.
Transfer Speculation: Is Wandile Duba on the Market?
As Da Cruz reshapes his front line, questions surround the future of 22-year-old forward Wandile Duba.
Known for his knack for scoring spectacular goals in high-stakes matches, Duba registered three goals and two assists in 18 league outings last term. With Chiefs actively recruiting new wide players and a traditional No. 9, Duba’s versatility could attract interest from domestic rivals or overseas clubs looking for a dynamic young attacker.
