Kaizer Chiefs Confirm Sabelo Radebe Exit After Return From Loan

• The 25-year-old midfielder has been officially let go by Amakhosi after returning from a loan spell at Richards Bay
• Despite rising through the club’s development ranks and showing early promise, Radebe failed to establish himself in the Chiefs’ senior team
• His departure marks the first confirmed exit as Chiefs begin an expected squad overhaul ahead of the new season

Kaizer Chiefs have officially parted ways with midfielder Sabelo Radebe following his return from a loan spell at Richards Bay FC.

Radebe, affectionately known as Bibo, exits the Soweto giants as a free agent after struggling to cement a place in the senior team. A product of the club’s development structures, the 25-year-old midfielder showed early promise in the DStv Diski Challenge, earning a first-team promotion five years ago.

Despite the excitement around his technical ability and attacking flair, Radebe never fully broke through into the senior setup. His most recent stint with the Natal Rich Boyz offered a chance for regular game time, but he failed to register a single start during the 2024/25 campaign.

Kaizer Chiefs begin squad reshuffle

With his contract now concluded, Chiefs opted not to renew, making Radebe the first confirmed departure ahead of the upcoming season. His exit signals the beginning of an anticipated squad overhaul at Naturena, as the club looks to rebuild under a new technical vision.

Amakhosi are expected to wield the axe on several players in the off-season, with at least nine senior squad members reportedly facing possible exits. Despite winning the Nedbank Cup to end a lengthy trophy drought, the Soweto giants finished a disappointing ninth in the Betway Premiership, missing out on a top eight spot for the second consecutive season.

Radebe’s departure closes the chapter on a journey that began with promise but ended without a senior breakthrough, a reminder of the fine margins at South Africa’s elite level.

With fans demanding accountability and progress, the coming weeks could be pivotal as the Chiefs enter what looks like a major rebuild. The just-ended season has proved to be a huge disappointment for the Amakhosi faithful regardless of winning the Nedbank Cup.

Broos announces final Bafana Bafana squad

Briefly News also reported that Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos trimmed his 41-man squad to 23 and left out Kaizer Chiefs stars while their city rivals, Orlando Pirates, dominated with nine players.

Youngsters Mohau Nkota, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, and Simphiwe Selepe earned their first call-up, with former Stellenbosch FC defender Deano Van Rooyen also making the team.

Mamelodi Sundowns players were excluded from the squad due to their involvement in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States in June.

3 Amajita stars Kaizer Chiefs should consider signing

Briefly News earlier reported that Kaizer Chiefs were told to keep a close eye on three Amajita stars who impressed at the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations and stood out among their peers.

A sports journalist highlighted their outstanding performances during the tournament, suggesting they have the talent and potential to strengthen the Amakhosi squad as the club looks to build for the future.

Source: Briefly News