Lebohang Maboe: Kaizer Chiefs Announce the Signing of Former Mamelodi Sundowns Star

• Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the signing a former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder as they continue to add quality players to their squad this summer
• The Premier Soccer League giants are one of the most active Betway Premiership clubs in the transfer market this summer
• The former Kaizer Chiefs player's return to Naturena gathered several reactions from Amakhosi fans on social media

Kaizer Chiefs have continued to improve their squad this summer as they announced the signing of a former Mamelodi Sundowns attacker as they prepare to face the Brazilians.

The Glamour Boys have signed nine players already this season, including Flavio Silva, former Orlando Pirates stars Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako, with their latest addition making it 10 new players that have joined the Soweto giants this summer.

Nasreddine Nabi-led side is one of the most active Betway Premiership clubs in the transfer market with loads of new signings.

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Kaizer Chiefs sign Maboe on a free transfer

Former Kaizer Chiefs player Lebohang Maboe has rejoined the Soweto giants after parting ways with Mamelodi Sundowns last month.

Maboe decided to leave the Brazilians when his contract ended with the club in July, and has been without a club since then, before returning to Amakhosi on a free transfer.

The South African international came through the Soweto giants' academy and has played for different clubs in the Premier Soccer League.

Kaizer Chiefs released an official statement on their website to confirm the signing of Maboe on a free transfer on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

"Kaizer Chiefs have officially signed midfielder Lebohang Maboe, marking their 10th acquisition of the current season," the club statement reads.

"Maboe, who was part of the Club’s youth development academy during his teenage years, returns to Naturena after stints with SuperSport United, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Maritzburg United.

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"Over the course of his distinguished career in the Premier Soccer League, he has collected several trophies and accolades."

Maboe's move to Kaizer Chiefs sparked reactions from Amakhosi supporters on social media.

Reactions as Maboe joins Kaizer Chiefs

iTouchCandi said:

"After seeing how well Monyane has turned out since signing, I’m no longer doubtful about so-called rejects. In fact, the term ‘free agents’ or ‘rejects’ doesn’t worry me anymore. Welcome home boi ✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻"

cozmino__ reacted:

"We are making serious signings this season and they are all scared 😭😭🔥 Our defence is packed with quality 😭🔥 Our midfield is packed with talent 😭🔥 Our attacking depth is too much 😭😭🔥 We are so back🔥🔥"

MokwadiMo shared:

"One of the best signings of this season. Maboe is one of the most disciplined, hard working players!"

hlabanematt wrote:

"Phakama Khosi ✌️. Our squad is getting solid by the day. We’ll have a good bench this campaign."

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Naphtally Phasha commented:

"We have different views but for as long as he's our player we support wholeheartedly and still criticize where we see fit. All ❤&✌🏾"

Amakhosifam added:

"Monyane was called names before we signed him, and he's a happy player in SA currently.. Welcome to Naturena boy it's time to play for a big team now💛✌️"

Ex-Pirates star dumps PSL side for Sundowns

Briefly News also reported that a former Orlando Pirates star has decided to join Mamelodi Sundowns this summer.

The ex-Bucs player decided to leave a Premier Soccer League side for the Betway Premiership champion.

Source: Briefly News