Kaizer Chiefs brought Thabo Cele from Russia’s Fakel Voronezh in January. Is Lebogang Phiri also coming back home to Amakhosi?
Phiri, a 30-year-old central midfielder, has played in Europe since 2013. His locations included Denmark, Turkey and France.
The Johannesburg-born player’s contract with Ligue 2 side Guingamp ends on 30 June, and no renewal has been offered.
LEBOGANG PHIRI TO KAIZER CHIEFS?
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“Word reaching iDiski Times is that Kaizer Chiefs could be looking to bring another South African midfielder back from Europe, with Lebogang Phiri the latest name linked to the Nedbank Cup champions. Phiri, a former Bidvest Wits youth player, left the country as a teenager,” the outlet reported… Full story here.
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EDSON CASTILLO EXIT?
Kaizer Chiefs’ somewhat forgotten midfielder Edson Castillo is expected to say goodbye to the Betway Premiership giants before next season.
Castillo joined the club in July 2023 from Monagas SC in Venezuela. The then 29-year-old proved to be a goal-scoring midfielder, scoring five goals in the 2023/24 Betway Premiership season.
Last season was one to forget. Castillo’s fibula injury kept him out of the Kaizer Chiefs team until the final part of the season.
After just seven games last term and 41 games since his arrival, Amakhosi are reportedly considering parting ways with Castillo. This would free up a foreign spot as the club works to find international signings for next season.
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According to iDiski Times’ leading reporter, Lorenz Kohler, the 31-year-old Castillo is eager to guarantee improved game time before committing to Kaizer Chiefs next season.
“Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Edson Castillo could be set for a surprise exit with the player said to be exploring his options,” the report said… Full story here.
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