Kaizer Chiefs sealed R5 million bargain as star joined in pre-sale

Kaizer Chiefs have swooped in to sign midfielder Siphesihle Ndlovu from SuperSport United in a deal believed to be worth R5 million, as first called by The South African.

The move unfolded just days before Matsatsantsa finalised their sale to newly rebranded Siwelele FC, a critical detail that shaped the entire transaction.

A source confirmed that Amakhosi acted swiftly after SuperSport exercised a one-year option on Ndlovu’s contract. This strategic move opened the door for Chiefs to negotiate a quick deal before ownership of the Tshwane-based club changed hands.

A bargain Chiefs didn’t want to lose

Those close to the negotiations revealed how the uncertainty surrounding SuperSport’s future initially stalled talks. However, once the club activated Ndlovu’s extension, they agreed to part ways with the midfielder for R5 million.

“The signing of Siphesihle Ndlovu was believed to have been delayed because SuperSport United were not sure of their future, but after exercising his one-year option then the club apparently decided to sell him to Chiefs. Because United were being sold, they are believed to have settled for R5 million. That was their final transaction as SuperSport United. It was a bargain which Chiefs didn’t want to lose and they agreed to sign him,” a source said.

The midfielder’s move caught many by surprise, especially those close to the player, due to the unusual timing and circumstances of the deal.

Six signings in and more moves coming

Kaizer Chiefs have not stopped at Ndlovu. The Soweto giants are deep in transfer activity. Having already completed six signings before jetting off to their pre-season training camp in the Netherlands.

Joining Ndlovu in the new-look squad are Nkanyiso Shinga, Ethan Chislett, Flavio Silva, Thabiso Monyane, and Paseka Mako. Unfortunately, Mako will miss the next two weeks after suffering a broken arm during training.

Despite the recent influx, Amakhosi are expected to make further changes to their squad upon returning from Europe. As the club continues to build a team capable of challenging for top honours.

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