Former Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Farouk Khan feels Orlando Pirates feels the Buccaneers made a mistake by releasing Paseka Mako and Thabiso Monyane.
The duo are amongst the two other players released by the club following the conclusion of the 2024/25 season.
The former Chiefs coach said Pirates need experience and depth next season and might regret not renewing Monayane and Mako’s contracts.
“If they were the calibre that could make an impact, why did Pirates let them go?” Khan asked during his interview with FARPost.
“When you are trying to build, you need to go get young players who can grow into the system. I think many teams try to save by not spending on transfers, but that has a bad impact in the long run.
“Take nothing away from the two players, they are very good players, but can they improve the current Kaizer Chiefs squad?
Khan not sure if the ex-Pirates duo can improve Chiefs
“I think they’re good players, but can they take the club to the next level? I’ll have to wait and see. At Chiefs, you need players who can take the level of your squad higher.”
Both Monyane and Mako have been linked with moves to Amakhosi. This won’t be the first time Chiefs have signed former Pirates players. Last year, the Glamour Boys signed Bongani Sam from the Buccaneers.
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