Kaizer Chiefs are actively in search of to strengthen their right-back division, with Mhleli Mabuza nonetheless firmly on their radar. The Soweto giants lately assessed the 24-year-old defender throughout coaching classes at Naturena, however have but to decide to a contract provide.

The previous KZN Academy graduate joined Chiefs earlier this month to coach with the primary workforce as a part of their early preparations for the upcoming 2025/2026 marketing campaign. Whereas he was given the platform to showcase his talents, sources near the membership reveal that no remaining resolution has been made concerning his future.

“He educated with the workforce, sure, however there hasn’t been a agency dedication made. The membership remains to be exploring its choices,” a supply confirmed.

Chiefs nonetheless weighing their choices

Mabuza, who constructed most of his skilled profession in Portugal, is now contemplating his subsequent transfer. His availability, coupled with abroad expertise, makes him an interesting prospect for Amakhosi. After yet one more underwhelming season that noticed them end exterior the High 8 within the Betway Premiership, the membership is intent on bolstering a number of key positions, right-back included.

The technical workforce stays unconvinced by the present depth at right-back, with Reeve Frosler and Dillan Solomons each battling inconsistency and damage all through the final marketing campaign.

No deal but however the door stays open

Though Mabuza’s stint at Naturena hasn’t resulted in a contract, insiders recommend the door is much from closed. Chiefs are prone to revisit his state of affairs as soon as newly appointed coach Nasreddine Nabi concludes his evaluations and solidifies his plans for the squad.

“The membership shouldn’t be ruling him out solely. And should revisit the state of affairs as soon as the coach has determined what he desires,” the supply added.

Kaizer Chiefs are poised to make modifications to their squad within the coming switch window. With the right-back slot earmarked as a excessive precedence. Mabuza stays a candidate because the membership appears to be like to rectify previous failings and launch a critical problem subsequent season.

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