Kaizer Chiefs captain Yusuf Maart looks set to join Austrian Bundesliga side SV Ried for a reported fee of R15 million.
The 29-year-old was absent from Amakhosi’s pre-season tour in the Netherlands, with sources confirming the club and player are close to finalising the deal. Chiefs extended Maart’s contract before it expired in June, ensuring they won’t lose him on a free transfer.
Castillo’s exit looming amid squad reshuffle
Maart’s departure could be the start of a bigger turnover for Kaizer Chiefs, with midfielder Edson Castillo also expected to leave. Castillo was not included in the pre-season squad, sparking speculation about his future. Chiefs could receive a hefty fee for Castillo, who has attracted interest from North America. Both Maart and Castillo have been pivotal to the Chiefs midfield over the last two seasons, so their exits would mark a significant change.
Kaizer Chiefs have shown a clear intent to do business this window, following similar sales of Teenage Hadebe, Siyabonga Ngezana, and Thatayaone Ditlhokwe. The R15 million reportedly asked for Maart shows the club’s focus on maximizing value. Fans are left to wonder how these departures will affect Chiefs’ cohesion and title ambitions for the upcoming season.
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