Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are believed to be going head to head for a number of transfer targets.
Chiefs and Pirates are both known for wanting to boost their respective squads with the best quality available.
It is believed that, this time around it will be no different between the two Soweto giants. This, of course, will inevitably see them clash for certain targets. According to reports they’re already clashing for Stanley Nwabali, Oswin Appollis, Elias Mokwana, Riaan Hanamub and Shaune Mogaila. That does not seem to be where the list ends, however, with a new name set to be part of the tug-of-war.
In fact, just three weeks ago this publication reported that Chiefs had joined Pirates in the race for Freddy Kouablan. Last month, both were thought to be in the race for Chippa United star Baraka Majagoro. TS Galaxy’s Thato Khiba has also since entered the list. That just proves that both clubs are looking to strengthen their forward lines ahead of next season. Now the latest name to be discussed by both clubs suggests their defensive lines are also a targeted area for improvement.
Now according to The Citizen, Chiefs are looking to battle it out with Pirates for Stephane Aziz Ki.
Chiefs interested in Aziz Ki?
“Meanwhile, Yanga are said to have offered Stephane Aziz Ki a new contract. The attacking midfielder’s deal is set to expire in June. Kaizer Chiefs, Pirates and Sundowns are said to be keen to bring the 28-year-old attacking midfielder to the DStv Premiership. However, the ‘PSL Big Three’ could miss out on the talented player as Yanga are believed to have offered Azi Ki a two-year deal.” Wrote the publication.
Pirates pre-contract on the table?
Pirates are believed to have offered Aziz Ki a pre-contract in an effort to nudge ahead. This is the first time Chiefs have mentioned as an interested party in the player. Sundowns, on the other hand, were the first club to be linked to the Burkina Faso international.