Kaizer Chiefs Director Gives Positive Updates on Transfer Target
Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. clears up rumours about Asanele Velebayi and Fawaaz Basadien. Latest status revealed!
Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. has set the record straight on the swirling rumours about Asanele Velebayi and Fawaaz Basadien. In a recent interview with Thabiso Mosia on Radio2000’s Game On, Motaung Jr. clarified the club’s position, dismissing rumours and discussing the reasons behind missed transfer opportunities.
Kaizer Chiefs have never contacted Asanele Velebayi or his parents, according to Motaung Jr. He emphasised the club’s commitment to professionalism, stating, as quoted by iDiski Times.
“We did make an official offer to Cape Town Spurs. We had engaged with them. Of course, Spurs they priced their player the way they see fit.” He further added, “An important point I want to clear up is that we’ve never spoken to the player, never spoken to his parents.”
Motaung Jr. also addressed the misunderstanding with Alexi Efstathiou, noting. “I subsequently had a call with Alexi after that to address that. He apologised and clarified the miscommunication.”
Fawaaz Basadien deal: Timing issues to blame
The Chiefs’ interest in Fawaaz Basadien has been clear for some time, but Motaung Jr. cited timing as the primary issue. “Basadien, great talent,” he acknowledged. “We’ve always had a very positive relationship with Stellenbosch. Basadien has been on our radar for a couple of seasons now.” He continued, “Sometimes it’s just an issue of timing. When things are happening at the right time or not.”
Motaung Jr. emphasised the club’s stance on player discussions, stating, “It’s also tough to talk about players who belong to other teams. It’s not very professional to do that in the media every week. That kind of causes destabilisation within other teams.”
Could deals still happen? Transfer window closes soon
With the transfer window set to close on 20 September, Kaizer Chiefs may still pursue deals for Asanele Velebayi or Fawaaz Basadien, despite recent setbacks. The club could potentially make a strategic push in the final hours to secure these players. Fans and analysts will be vigilant, watching for any significant updates or last-minute negotiations as the deadline approaches.
Stay tuned with The South African as Kaizer Chiefs director sets the record straight and for more updates on the transfer front as the window nears its end.
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