Fiston Mayele’s agent, Yasmin Mudele, has dispelled reports linking the Congolese forward to Kaizer Chiefs, stating that a transfer is not in the works.
Mudele said while the player is keen to reunite with his former coach, Nasreddine Nabi, his club, Pyramids FC, is not willing to let him go.
Mayele was in fine form in his first season in the Egyptian Premier League, scoring 17 goals and providing four assists in 27 starts. The former Young Africans striker worked with Nabi during their time in the Tanzania Premier League.
Mayele scored 54 goals in the two seasons he played under the tutelage of the Tunisian at Yanga SC.
Despite parting ways with the reigning Tanzanian champions a year ago, the two have maintained a friendly relationship and continue to stay in touch.
With reports linking the 30-year-old forward to Amakhosi, his agent has cleared the air on the issue, saying the Egyptian side would not be willing to let him go.
WHAT FISTON MAYELE SAID ABOUT FISTON MAYELE
“He’s an exceptional player, so there’s demand everywhere, not only with Chiefs,” Mudele told FARPost in a telephone interview. Asked if ever there was “solid interest” from the Soweto giants, she professed ignorance.
“If you say solid interest, how would I know [if there was indeed solid interest from Kaizer Chiefs]?” Mudele repeatedly referred to Nabi as their “favourite coach”, insisting her client would be eager to play under him once again.
“We’ve received several calls, and we have Nabi there, who’s our favourite coach. However, the situation is that the player has a contract, and Pyramids are not willing to release him.
“As much as Mayele would love to play for Nabi, Nabi is one of our favourite coaches; we love him. He’s a nice person [but it’s impossible]… They worked really well together. But the reality is that he’s under contract…”
An insider familiar with both the coach and player from their time at Yanga disclosed that there were never any discussions about the player moving to Chiefs. They both understand that Pyramids have no plans to sell the player currently.
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Kaizer Chiefs are set to boost their defensive with their latest signing arriving in the country, but could he be followed by another?
Kaizer Chiefs have officially confirmed four new signings as things stand, with more set to come as per reports.
Chiefs are also expected to announce a fifth soon, in Angolan international centre-back Inacio Miguel, from Petro de Luanda.
Chiefs have already signed three defensive minded players
Miguel uploaded a picture of himself on a flight, with a peace sign and South African flag emoji on Instagram. When he arrives, he will be the fourth defensive signing for the club. But it seems they’re not done yet in that department. It is no secret that Chiefs are still looking to sign a new left-back. They have target the likes of Fawaaz Basadien from Stellenbosch FC and the Riaan Hanamub of AmaZulu. 
Now according to Soccer-Laduma Chiefs are set to be offered yet another centre-back in Namibian Kennedy Amutenya!
“The update I have for you is that Kennedy Amutenya is keen on a move to the PSL for the next chapter of his career. He is a defender who played for Gaborone United, which is one of the leading clubs in Botswana. He is currently a free agent. It has always been his wish to play in South Africa and his handlers have been tasked with Finding opportunities for him. Chiefs are one of the clubs targeted to place the player even if on trial if all goes well as his handlers believe that he could It in the team under coach (Nasreddine) Nabi. Let’s see how it goes in the coming weeks,” said the source to the same publication.
Amutenya set to be another option?
Chiefs already have a whole host of centre-back options as it stands. Given Msimango, Thatayoane Dithlokwe, Rushwin Dortley, Zitha Kwinika, the injured Edmilson Dove and the incoming Miguel. So it would be interesting to see if a move for one more in Amutenya would be considered.
It has been rumoured, however, that Dithlokwe and Kwinika are players Chiefs would consider offloading. Maybe that could open up a space for Amutenya. Amakhosi fans, do you think you need more centre-back’s? Feel free to leave your thoughts and feelings in the comments below.
