Today’s Kaizer Chiefs rumours revolve around the futures of several stars in limbo. There’s also speculation as to a new role for Mfundo Vilakazi.
Phili in the bag
21-year-old Langelihle Phili has put pen to paper on his Kaizer Chiefs contract. The winger joins from Stellies after weeks of speculation around his future. Phili bagged seven goals and an assist in 21 league outings last term. Does he waltz straight into the starting XI? Mfundo Vilakazi has a real opportunity to stake a claim for a regular place in the starting XI with Mdu Shabalala out with an injury, although the 22-year-old could return sooner than expected after breaking his arm. Midfielder Thabo Cele could be on his way out. Coach Fernando Da Cruz has indicated he doesn’t fancy the 29-year-old.
Chiefs opened up with a win
Against Kruger United on matchday 1 of the new season, some surprise names made starts. Among those were Ethan Chislett in the number 10 position and Luke Baartman wide in attack. Chiefs beat the newcomers 3-1. Vilakazi claimed an assist, so he can expect to keep his place for the MTN8 clash against Golden Arrows. Chiefs welcome Arrows to FNB Stadium on Sunday, 9 August at 18:00.
Potential Kaizer Chiefs XI vs Arrows?
Thabo Moloisane should eventually work his way into the side after arriving from Stellies. After his brace off the bench, Wandile Duba might also earn himself a starting berth in the next match against Golden Arrows in MTN8 action.
Petersen; Monyane, Moloisane, Miguel, Frosler; Maboe, Ndlovu; Duba, Vilakazi, Phili; Silva.
