Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly gaining the upper hand in the race to sign a South African international winger this January, with the club seemingly edging ahead of their city rivals, Orlando Pirates, for the player’s signature. The Glamour Boys have made a compelling offer to the playerβs current club in an attempt to secure the winger’s services during the ongoing transfer window. According to reports, Chiefs’ head coach Nasreddine Nabi has identified the talented Bafana Bafana star as a top target since joining the Soweto giants in the summer, and it appears the club is ready to make their move this January to reinforce their attacking options.
While Orlando Pirates have also shown interest in the player, it seems Kaizer Chiefs are now actively trying to hijack the deal. Both clubs are vying for the same player, but Chiefsβ determination to bring the winger to Naturena could give them the edge over their rivals. Amakhosi are in urgent need of fresh talent to boost their squad, particularly in attack, and securing this South African international could be exactly what they need to strengthen their offensive play in the second half of the season.

The Bafana Bafana star has already made a name for himself in the Premier Soccer League and has been in good form, attracting the attention of both Soweto giants. However, Chiefs may have a more pressing need for him compared to Pirates, who already have quality players in the same position. For Chiefs, bringing in the winger could offer an immediate upgrade to their squad, adding depth and dynamism to their attacking options. Given that Chiefs have struggled with consistency this season, particularly in terms of finding the right balance in their forward line, adding a proven South African international could be a crucial step toward improving their overall performance.
For Orlando Pirates, although the winger would undoubtedly add quality to their side, they already have a number of top-class players in that role, which could reduce the immediate impact the signing would have. Piratesβ focus might be better spent strengthening other areas of their squad, and this could work to Chiefs’ advantage as they attempt to bring in the player.
With the January transfer window open, the race for this highly sought-after Bafana Bafana star could go down to the wire, and both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will likely be looking to finalise a deal before the window closes. Fans of both clubs will be eagerly watching the situation unfold, with Chiefs hoping to make a key signing that could improve their squadβs depth and help push them higher up the Premier Soccer League table in the second half of the season.