Kaizer Chiefs linked dynamic duo jets off to Europe
Two star players linked to moves to Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly set to jet off to Portugal for trials in the next few days.
Two Kaizer Chiefs linked players are set to undergo trials in Europe in the coming days.
Stellenbosch youngster Liam De Kok and La Masia youngster Isa Mangera will be traveling to Portugal for trials.
Both defenders have been linked with moves to Kaizer Chiefs during recent months.
De Kock caught the eye of Chiefs after impressing for the Stellenbosch reserve side while Cavin Johnson is reportedly a major fan of 18-year-old Mangera.
KAIZER CHIEFS LINKED DUO HEADING TO EUROPE
According to IDiskkTimes, the duo who were wanted by Kaizer Chiefs have secured trials in Lisbon.
“The players’ Madrid-based agent Mikhail Robertson of Lion Sports Management confirmed their impending travel to Portugal but would not shed any further light on the specifics of the assessment,” the publication reported.
Congratulations to 18 year old Isa Mangera who made his debut for NB La Masia in the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
The kid had a good game at left back both in and out of possession, and won the foul that resulted in La Masia’s goal. pic.twitter.com/MRprCjtJ9G
— Football Stage (@Football__Stage) October 20, 2023
In other news, Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly eyeing former Real Madrid coach Vanderlei Luxemburg as their next mentor.
The club are expected to replace interim head coach Cavin Johnson at the end of the season.
And new reports suggest Brazilian mentor Luxemburgo is the club’s ‘second’ choice after Pitso Mosimane.
Vanderlei Luxemburgo coached Real Madrid between 2004 and 2005. Amongst the other teams the 71-year-old coached is the Brazilian national team as well as host of top clubs in South America.
FORMER REAL MADRID COACH ‘SECOND’ CHOICE FOR CHIEFS
“Yes, coach Luxemburgo is one of the favourites but the first choice still remains coach Pitso Mosimane,” a source told SoccerLaduma.
“It will all depend on whether he Mosimane doesn’t join another overseas team or doesn’t renew his deal with his current team Abha Club.
“It will be tough for Kaizer Chiefs but they are playing a waiting game hence they have all these other coaches on the shortlist. Luxemburgo is one of them.”
Vanderlei Luxemburgo is on stand by if they Forge Manqoba's Signature…. pic.twitter.com/ruiieGtev0
— Gilbert Muthivhi (@IamMastarmind) March 6, 2024