Kaizer Chiefs News Today: Club to lose star? Ex-Amakhosi defender to the world & more

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Kaizer Chiefs News Today: Club to lose star? Ex-Amakhosi defender to the world & more

The latest Kaizer Chiefs news in the last 24 hours including star striker’s contract, Fernando Da Cruz gives Wandile Duba a piece of advise, ex-defender to the world, and more.

Chiefs latest news as they break

Chiefs to lose star?

Kaizer Chiefs could soon find themselves in a delicate contractual predicament regarding one of their star attackers, Flavio Da Silva, whose current deal at Naturena is set to expire in June 2027.

Signed ahead of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership campaign on what has been described as his career-best contract on an initial two-year deal with a one-year option to extend, the 30-year-old marksman has proven to be a vital asset for Amakhosi.

During his debut season, Silva notched an impressive nine goals and registered one assist across all competitions—including eight league strikes—and has already opened his account in the current 2026/27 term.

Given his clinical return in front of goal and overall work rate, most would argue that the former Persebaya Surabaya striker has thoroughly earned a contract extension.

However, with the January transfer window rapidly approaching, the Soweto giants face the very real threat of losing their prized asset for free.

Chiefs have historically adopted a policy of delaying contract renewal talks until the closing stages of a campaign, a strategy that on the one hand helps the club better assess its options, but on the other hand, leaves them vulnerable once players enter the final six months of their deals.

Flavio Silva of Kaizer Chiefs
Flavio Silva of Kaizer Chiefs – Image: Chiefs

From January 1, Silva will be legally permitted to negotiate and sign a pre-contractual agreement with rival suitors ahead of a Bosman move.

Should management fail to trigger the one-year option on Silva’s contract or agree to fresh terms before the turn of the year, head coach Fernando Da Cruz will have to rely heavily on the club’s remaining attacking depth.

Chiefs currently boast a competitive pool of centre-forwards and versatile attackers capable of leading the line, spearheaded by Bafana Bafana international Khanyisa Mayo and Nigerian striker Etiosa Ighodaro.

Da Cruz advises Duba on Bafana

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has revealed what striker Wandile Duba has to do to take his game to the next level, after a string of impressive performances.

Da Cruz noted that the 22-year-old seems to find his best form during cup competitions and typically struggles in the league, although his minutes have been limited. 

Duba has enjoyed a remarkable breakthrough during the 2026/27 campaign, establishing himself as the Soweto giants’ leading marksman with seven goals in nine appearances across all domestic competitions.

“He (Duba) must continue with the same diligence every day; he must continue to have this mentality to want to kill inside the box,” he opened up to the media.

“He must continue to work because if he can score in the cups, he should be able to score in the league. But he has not played a lot in the league because he has been a little bit injured, like at the start of the season

“So he must keep the same diligence to want to score in both competitions (cup games and league games).”

Wandile Duba of Kaizer Chiefs against Siwelele FC.
Wandile Duba of Kaizer Chiefs against Siwelele FC. Photo: Kaizer Chiefs

His tally includes three goals in six Betway Premiership outings alongside four strikes in the Carling Knockout Cup – most notably a clinical hat-trick against TS Galaxy and a crucial first-half penalty against Siwelele.

This impressive return marks Duba’s highest goalscoring haul in a single season since making his senior debut, eclipsing his previous best of five goals in 25 matches during the 2024/25 campaign and three goals in 21 games in 2025/26

Former Chiefs star to the world!

The former left-back has been selected for the 2nd edition of the FIFA Players Executive Programme — an 18-month journey designed to empower former players to lead both on and off the pitch.

FIFA’s letter to Masilela: “You are the soul of the game, and this programme is designed to empower you to lead both on and off the pitch. Football is evolving, and its future will be shaped by those who know it best: players and coaches.”

Over the next 18 months, Masilela will connect with like-minded peers, engage in insightful discussions and learn from industry leaders.

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