The wait is officially over for the Khosi Nation!
Kaizer Chiefs have officially sealed the signing of 21-year-old attacking sensation Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch FC, bringing an end to weeks of intense transfer speculation.
The Durban-born winger arrives at Naturena following a sensational campaign in the Winelands, where he finished as Stellenbosch’s top scorer with 9 goals across 39 appearances in the PSL and CAF Confederation Cup—sweeping both the club’s Player of the Season and Players’ Player of the Season awards.
SA U-20 AFCON Champion Arrives in Soweto
Phili’s pedigree extends to international youth level, having helped South Africa lift the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations trophy in Morocco and earning a call-up to the SA U-23 squad ahead of the 2027 AFCON & 2028 Los Angeles Olympics qualifiers. His arrival provides high-octane pace and goalscoring directness to Fernando da Cruz’s forward line.
Full Rundown of Kaizer Chiefs’ 5 Transfer Window Additions
Phili becomes the fifth marquee addition to Naturena alongside four earlier arrivals:
- Langelihle Phili (21, Winger): Signed from Stellenbosch FC after a standout 9-goal season.
- Khanyisa Mayo (Attacker): Secured on a permanent deal from CR Belouizdad for approximately R9.8 million.
- Adolf Mtasingwa (27, Midfielder): Tanzanian national team vice-captain signed from Azam FC, bringing Scandinavian top-flight experience.
- Thabo Moloisane (Defender): Versatile PSL-proven center-back/right-back signed from Stellenbosch FC.
- Renaldo Leaner (28, Goalkeeper): Bafana-capped 1.87m goalkeeper signed from Sekhukhune United.
MTN8 Quarter-Final Fixture Details
Following their 3–1 opening league win against Kruger United, Amakhosi shift focus to cup action this weekend:
- Match: Kaizer Chiefs vs Golden Arrows (MTN8 Quarter-Final)
- Date: Sunday, 9 August 2026
- Kick-off: 18:00
- Venue: FNB Stadium, Johannesburg
(Other MTN8 QF Fixtures: Orlando Pirates vs Durban City – Sat 8 Aug, 15:00 | Sundowns vs Polokwane – Sat 8 Aug, 18:00)
