Asanele Velebayi is Kaizer Chiefs’ brand new attacker. The 22-year-old winger from Cape Town Spurs officially signed for Amakhosi on a long-term deal.
The move comes after a ruling by the PSL Dispute Resolution Chamber declared him a free agent, allowing Kaizer Chiefs to secure his services without a transfer fee.
Velebayi’s versatility allows him to play on either wing or in an attacking midfield role. Given the current squad, he is expected to slot in on the right wing, replacing Gaston Sirino, who, at 34, is set to become an impact player from the bench.
ASANELE VELEBAYI IN THE KAIZER CHIEFS STARTING LINEUP
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This adjustment maintains the balance of the team while introducing fresh energy on the flank. The list below in the most recent team that won 1-0 over Polokwane City at the FNB stadium on Wednesday. It is an unchanged side except for Velebayi coming in for Sirino.
- Goalkeeper: Brandon Petersen
- Right Back: Thabiso Monyane
- Centre Backs: Inacio Miguel, Aden McCarthy
- Left Back: Bradley Cross
- Midfielders: Thabo Cele (holding), Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, Mduduzi Shabalala
- Wingers: Glody Lilepo (left), Asanele Velebayi (right)
- Striker: Naledi Hlongwane.
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