It’s over: Khune finally speaks out on his Kaizer Chiefs exit and emotional reaction to being left out of plans.Legendary goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune has finally shared his emotions surrounding his departure from Kaizer Chiefs and the moment he was informed that he was no longer part of the club’s future plans. The 36-year-old, who has spent the majority of his career at Chiefs, addressing the situation with a mix of honesty and reflection, revealing the toll it took on him after a long and successful stint at the club.
Khune admitted that hearing the news of his exclusion from the first-team plans was a difficult experience for him, having been a key figure in the club’s history. “It wasn’t easy, and I can’t lie, I was emotional when I first heard that I wasn’t part of their plans anymore. It was a huge blow for me because I always gave my best for Kaizer Chiefs, and I thought I still had more to offer,” Khune revealed.
The goalkeeper expressed his deep connection to the club and the challenges he faced as a player who had spent over a decade at the club, achieving numerous accolades and milestones. “It’s hard to let go when you’ve dedicated so much of your life to one club, but I had to accept the reality,” he said. Despite the emotional setback, Khune remains grateful for his time at Chiefs, stating that he understood the club’s decision and appreciated the opportunity to grow both as a player and as a person over the years.
He further discussed how the transition period has shaped his mindset, emphasizing that although he wasn’t part of the current plans, he continues to support the team and is ready to take on new challenges wherever they may come. “I may not be playing there anymore, but I will forever support Kaizer Chiefs,” he added. The veteran keeper also expressed his focus on the future and maintaining his professionalism as he looks to continue his career elsewhere, with the possibility of finding a new home that will allow him to showcase his skills once again.
