The factors Fawaaz Basadien of Stellenbosch FC must take into account when deciding where to play have been outlined, as Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates, and formerly Kaizer Chiefs have expressed interest in him. It is generally anticipated that Basadien will depart Stellenbosch before the start of the new season. However, it is still unclear where he will end up.
The Chiefs were the front-runners, but after two of their bids were rejected the previous season, they appear to have moved on with the acquisition of Paseka Mako and Nkanyiso Shange. Although his current employers have shown themselves to be tough negotiators when it comes to their key players, the Bafana Bafana international is still bound by his contract at the Winelands.
Their captain can only be hired for a hefty fee. Former Banyana Banyana captain Simphiwe Dludlu discussed why Basadien’s next move will be his most crucial one on SABC Sport’s Soccer Zone. Since he wants to be at Bafana Bafana, I believe he will consider the past experiences of the other players who have moved to the north, the difficulties they have faced, and how they had to be there and get impacted.
“Take a look at him; he has participated in 46 Stelllies games across all competitions, contributing eight assists and seven goals. He is therefore a good addition as a left full-back and defender. He has performed for Bafana and at Swallows and Stellies, as we have seen.
Therefore, I believe it will be crucial for him to make a sensible choice in order to secure playing time. He needs to be on a team where he will get playing time, so this year is crucial for him to stay there. “The qualifiers, the Afcon, and the future all revolve around Bafana. “He’s only 28 years old,” the exacting football analyst explained.