Kaizer Chiefs-linked Lorch: Why Nyoso MIGHT not join Mabasa in Morocco

Thembinkosi Lorch was determined to return to the Botola Pro League, where champions MAS Fes were keen on signing him.

This was just a couple of months after his move from Wydad Athletic Club to Libyan heavyweights Al-Ittihad, who were under celebrated South African coach Rulani Mokwena. The former Mamelodi Sundowns tactician has since joined Pyramids of Egypts.

Nyoso, as he is commonly referred to, was seen by Fes as a player who will add quality to the already impressive squad. The 33-year-old is still under contract at Al-Ittihad until the end of 2026/27 the season.

Recently, they brought on board the Bafana Bafana duo Tshegofatso Mabasa, who was let go by Orlando Pirates, and Stellenbosch’s Devin Titus. The duo was brought in to strengthen the attacking department.

Why Lorch might not join Mabasa and Titus in Morocco

“The salary offered by MAS Fes was significantly below what Lorch currently earns in Libya, with the difference understood to be close to double the amount the Moroccan club was prepared to pay,” FARPost reported.

“That gap proved too difficult to bridge, bringing the proposed move to a halt. As things stand, Lorch is therefore remaining at Al Ittihad Tripoli.

“His name has also resurfaced in South African football circles amid speculation linking him to Kaizer Chiefs. The speculation followed his appearance with Amakhosi players at a recent Chiefs home game.  However, there is no concrete transfer development involving the Soweto giants. 

“There have been no talks between Lorch and Chiefs, nor any negotiations between Chiefs and Al Ittihad over a potential transfer,” they concluded.