Kaizer Chiefs’ decision to part ways with versatile defender Thatayaone Ditlhokwe could come back to haunt them. The 25-year-old’s sudden move to Al Ittihad in Libya has raised eyebrows, especially considering the club’s ongoing struggles in the transfer market. While the reported R15.9 million transfer fee is respectable, the question remains: Is it the right time to let go of a player who offers so much versatility and potential?
Chiefs’ ongoing search for success has been nothing short of turbulent, with 11 managerial changes since their last piece of silverware in 2015. Despite recent optimism under Nasreddine Nabi, Chiefs’ league performance is far from impressive, sitting 17 points behind the leaders with only three clean sheets after 17 games. With major defensive signings under Nabi, fans expected better results, leading many to question why a player like Ditlhokwe, who was once seen as a rising star at the club, was let go so soon.
As Kaizer Chiefs prepare to face SuperSport United on Tuesday night, their injury list continues to grow. With key players like Sibongiseni Mthethwa and Ashley Du Preez sidelined, it’s clear that Chiefs have a tough road ahead. After their upcoming match against SuperSport, a clash with Sundowns looms on 1 March, a fixture that will put their ambitions to the test.
Will Kaizer Chiefs finally find the consistency they’ve been searching for, or will their decisions in the transfer market continue to hold them back? Only time will tell.
