Kaizer Chiefs have snapped up 24-year-old Nigerian striker Etiosa Ighodaro. That’s good news for supporters, but not necessarily for all players.
Edson Castillo is on the brink of an exit.
Ighodaro’s arrival could be the final nail in the Venezuelan midfielder’s coffin.
Chiefs’ best XI with new signings
Kaizer Chiefs to ditch Castillo after signing Ighodaro?
Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi will sacrifice Edson Castillo to free up a foreign slot in the squad and give them more options in the market. Now that Etiosa Ighodaro has arrived, an urgent decision is needed.
Remaining fixtures for August in the Betway Prem
- Wednesday, 27 August: Mamelodi Sundowns vs Amakhosi
- Saturday, 30 August: Golden Arrows vs Amakhosi
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Chiefs have started the campaign perfectly with three wins from three league outings against Stellenbosch, Polokwane and Richards Bay, teeing them up nicely for a clash with Sundowns. Here’s how their XI could look with Etiosa Ighodaro leading the line.
REVEALED: Chiefs XI with new signings
Will Castillo leave Chiefs this winter?
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