Kaizer Chiefs News Today: Move for Ivorian boosted as Bucs sign Amakhosi product and more.

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Kaizer Chiefs News Today: Move for Ivorian boosted as Bucs sign Amakhosi product and more.
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Here is the latest news on Kaizer Chiefs in the last 24 hours, including Amakhosi’s reported race for Ivorian, star extends stay, and more.

Kaizer Chiefs boost in race for Ivorian

Golden Arrows have rejected offers from Charleroi of the Belgian top-flight and Esperance Sportive de Tunis for teenage sensation Isaac Cisse, while the likes of Al Ahly, Kaizer Chiefs and Club Brugge are all said to be monitoring the industrious midfielder, according to iDiski Times.

The Ivorian has been one of the standout performers for Arrows this campaign, with his energy, vision and box-to-box ability catching the eye of scouts from across Africa and Europe.

Chiefs are believed to see Cisse as a midfield reinforcement that could add dynamism to their engine room, while Al Ahly view him as a profile capable of adding a new dimension to their midfield with Aliou Dieng set to end his stay come end of the season.

Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr.
Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. Photo: Kaizer Chiefs

The 19-year-old has national U23 captain of Ivory Coast has scored four goals in 21 games for the club since his arrival from Société Omnisports de l’Armée back in September 2025.

McCarthy extends stay

Kaizer Chiefs have secured the future of young defender Aden McCarthy, with the centre-back signing a new two-year contract, with an option to extend.

The new deal represents a significant show of faith from Amakhosi who have relied on McCarthy to fill a key role in the backline during a demanding season for the club.

iDiski Times reports that his initial deal was due to expire at the end of the current season but with interest rising in his services abroad – talks over his future may still be on during the upcoming off-season.

Aden McCarthy in action for Kaizer Chiefs.
Aden McCarthy in action for Kaizer Chiefs. Photo – Kaizer Chiefs

Overall, McCarthy has made 25 appearances for Amakhosi across all competitions this season, scoring two goals.

Ex-Chiefs youngster joins Pirates

Orlando Pirates have moved to further strengthen their youth structures, with the club securing the signature of promising youngster Wandile Vusi Mtshali, as confirmed by his representatives on social media.

Agent Lebogang ‘Guluva’ Mashishi revealed the deal on Facebook, indicating that he worked alongside fellow agent Nimrod Mbhalati to finalise the move.

Meanwhile, Mbhalati later confirmed the deal, stating on his official Facebook account, “Today is the day that the Lord has made. I remember telling this boy to trust God and to trust me, that I will help him, and then that came to reality today. I mean, playing for Orlando Pirates is not a small thing, and I am happy for you my boy. Please congratulate Vusi and myself for signing for Orlando Pirates DDC team.”

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