Kaizer Chiefs have been heavily linked with a move for former Orlando Pirates defenders Paseka Mako and Thabiso Monyane.
The duo was released by the Buccaneers following the expiry of their contracts. Mako and Monyane were deemed surplus to requirements after struggling to get regular playtime under former coach Jose Riveiro, who is currently coaching Egyptian champions Al Ahly.
Recently, Chiefs parted ways with Edmilson Dove, and Mako is seen as his direct replacement. However, former Amakhosi assistant coach Farouk Khan is not convinced that the two players have what it takes to help the Glamour Boys deliver.
He argues that the Sea Robbers couldn't let the two defenders leave if they were that good and valuable.
‘Can Mako and Monyane improve the Glamour Boys?'
“If they were the calibre that could make an impact, why did Pirates let them go? When you are trying to build, you need to go get young players who can grow into the system. I think many teams try to save by not spending on transfers, but that has a bad impact in the long run,” Khan said as quoted by FARPost.
“Take nothing away from the two players, they are very good players, but can they improve the current Kaizer Chiefs squad?
“I think they’re good players, but can they take the club to the next level? I’ll have to wait and see. At Chiefs, you need players who can take the level of your squad higher,” Khan concluded.
Chiefs resume for pre-season on Friday, before leaving for the Netherlands, where they will camp from July 3 to 19.
