The revolution at Naturena is far from finished. Following the official arrivals of rock-solid center-back Thabo Moloisane and Bafana Bafana shot-stopper Renaldo Leaner, Kaizer Chiefs are heavily tipped to secure at least three more high-profile signings before the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season kicks off in early August.
The strategic roadmap was inadvertently highlighted by former Amakhosi co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef, who revealed on Metro FM that his season-end technical report explicitly recommended five key squad reinforcements to improve on last season’s third-place finish. With a goalkeeper and center-back already crossed off the checklist, management’s crosshairs are now firmly locked onto three specific tactical targets.
The Target Profile: Who Is on the Amakhosi Radar?
To complete the five-man rebuilding blueprint, the Glamour Boys are actively chasing elite domestic talent to fill critical vacuums:
- The Left Winger: In-demand Stellenbosch FC starlet Langelihle Phili remains the primary priority to inject raw pace and creativity into the frontline.
- The Left-Back: Sekhukhune United’s highly consistent defender Vuyo Letlapa has emerged as the leading candidate to solidify the left flank.
- The Midfield Engine: TS Galaxy’s midfield general Jamie Webber is heavily linked with a move to Gauteng to bring structural stability and top-tier distribution.
Clearing the Decks: 4 Out, More Exits Looming
To facilitate this aggressive recruitment drive, Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. has initiated a ruthless squad clearance. Four departures have already been finalized, headlined by academy graduate Aden McCarthy, who has sealed a dream move to Europe. Midfielders George Matlou and Happy Mashiane, along with forward Tashreeq Morris, have also parted ways with the club.
Insiders suggest the internal housecleaning is nowhere near done. High-earning veterans and squad players including Gaston Sirino, Fiacre Ntwari, Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Pule Mmodi, and lethal forward Ashley Du Preez are all being heavily linked with exits to free up wages and squad space for the incoming arrivals.
