Kaizer Chiefs have turned their backs on a Percy Tau return, one of South Africa’s most celebrated football exports and a free agent on the market, according to Soccer Laduma.
The 31-year-old former Mamelodi Sundowns forward recently parted ways with Qatar SC, sparking speculation about a high-profile homecoming. Yet, in a twist that has left fans stunned, Amakhosi have distanced themselves from any move to sign the Bafana Bafana star.
Chiefs abandon interest after previous talks
A year ago, reports suggested that Kaizer Chiefs had shown interest in bringing Tau back to the South African top flight. Now, that narrative has changed entirely.
“Of course there was a time when the club was interested in signing Percy Tau and that was when he was about to leave Al Ahly. But no longer. The technical team as well as the recruitment department have ruled out signing Percy Tau this time around. It’s apparently not in the coach’s plans at the moment. They pulled out of that race,” a source confirmed.
Coaching strategy and budget key factors
It’s understood that the club’s technical team, aligned with the recruitment department, have made it clear that Tau does not fit within their current vision. The decision appears to be both tactical and financial.
Sources close to the situation suggest that Tau’s salary demands played a role in the decision to steer clear. Despite his availability and pedigree, Amakhosi have opted to focus their resources elsewhere.
Decorated career overlooked
Tau’s impressive career includes stints in Europe and the Middle East, alongside a pivotal role in South Africa’s national team setup. With appearances for Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League and a successful spell with Al Ahly in Egypt, Tau remains one of South Africa’s most talented and experienced forwards.
His sudden release from Qatar SC made him an attractive prospect, but evidently, not attractive enough for Kaizer Chiefs.
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