Mhleli Mabuza: SA Right Back Reflects on Kaizer Chiefs Trial After Portugal Move
- Mhleli Mabuza reflects on short trial he had at Kaizer Chiefs before joining Portuguese side Amora FC
- South African defender had a brief stint with Amakhosi during their final two Betway Premiership games last season
- Mabuza was unable to secure a move to Kaizer Chiefs as the club's doors closed after the final match of the season
South African defender Mhleli Mabuza has reflected on his short trial at Kaizer Chiefs before joining Portuguese club Amora FC.
Mabuza was on trial with Amakhosi during the club's final two games in the Betway Premiership last season, but he was unable to secure a move to Naturena after the Soweto giants closed after their final match of the campaign.
The KZN Academy graduate had other interests from clubs in the Premier Soccer League, but decided to go back to Portugal to continue his football career.

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Mabuza breaks silence on Kaizer Chiefs trial
In an interview with FARPost, Mabuza acknowleged that the timing of the trial was a bit tricky and challenging as the PSL giants were focused on their final two games as they wanted to make top eight in the Betway Premiership.
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"The timing of the trial was a bit challenging," Mhleli Mabuza told FARPost. "It took place between Kaizer Chiefs’ final two matches of the season, as they were pushing for a top-eight finish. Meanwhile, my season in Portugal had ended over a month earlier. So, it felt like a bit of a compromise.
Mabuza also opened up that during the trial period, he was in talks with Amora FC, a club in Portugal's Liga 3 that had been tracking him since his time at Louletano.
"Amora had shown consistent interest and was always in contact. They’re an ambitious club with clear goals of promotion to Liga 2," he explained.
"I couldn’t delay and wait until the Chiefs’ pre-season to resume the trial. I had to make a decision."
The 24-year-old defender has now signed a one-year contract with Amora FC, with an option to extend for an additional season. Recognising his potential, the club has also included a release clause in his deal.
Excited about the new chapter in his career, Mabuza believes the move aligns well with his aspirations.
"They have a strong and competitive squad. This is a fresh challenge for me, and I’m determined to help them fight for promotion to Liga 2 while continuing to grow and develop my game," he added.

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Kaizer Chiefs opted to sign South African right-back Thabiso Monyane on a free transfer after he was released by Orlando Pirates at the end of his contract with the club last month.
They also sign two new left-backs (Paseka Mako and Nkanyiso Shinga) on a free transfer.
Kaizer Chiefs sign former Pirates midfielder
Briefly News earlier reported that Kaizer Chiefs have completed the signing of a ex-Pirates midfielder from PSL rivals this summer.
The South African international signed a three-year deal with the Soweto giants, and will team up with the other signings by the club in Netherlands.
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