Bafana Bafana Star Signs for Kaizer Chiefs, Delivers Message to Amakhosi Fans

Bafana Bafana Star Signs for Kaizer Chiefs, Delivers Message to Amakhosi Fans

  • Kaizer Chiefs have added another South African international to their attacking department this summer
  • The Glamour Boys confirmed the signing of a Bafana Bafana forward upon his return to the Premier Soccer League
  • Amakhosi fans shared their thoughts on the latest signing unveiled by their team on social media

Kaizer Chiefs continue to add quality players to their ranks, recently announcing their 11th signing of the summer.

The Soweto giants have completed the signing of players like Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako, both of whom joined the Glamour Boys after leaving Orlando Pirates at the end of their contracts.

Kaizer Chiefs, Caoe Town City, Khanyisa Mayo.
Kaizer Chiefs confirm the signing of former Cape Town City star Khanyisa Mayo. Photo: @KaizerChiefs
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Nasreddine Nabi's side is one of the busiest Premier Soccer League clubs in the transfer market this summer, and it's already showing in their performance in the Betway Premiership this season.

Amakhosi are currently unbeaten in the league, with summer signings Flavio Silva and ex-Pirates midfielder Siphesihle Ndlovu already proving to be match-winners.

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Kaizer Chiefs sign Khanyisa Mayo

Kaizer Chiefs have announced the signing of South African forward Khanyisa Mayo from Algerian club CR Belouizdad.

The Soweto giants released an official statement on their X account regarding the signing of Mayo and shared the exciting news with Kaizer Chiefs fans.

“Amakhosi Family, our new signing has a message for you,” the club posted on social media.
“We are looking forward to welcoming him home soon. We just couldn’t wait to let you know that Khanyisa Mayo is Khosified!!!
“Welcome, Khosi, we look forward to revealing that special jersey number….look out for the reveal coming soon. #Amakhosi4Life”

In a video posted by Kaizer Chiefs on their X account, Mayo expressed his excitement about joining the Glamour Boys and is looking forward to meeting the fans soon.

Khanyisa Mayo, MC Alger and CR Belouizdad.
Khanyisa Mayo reacts after scoring during the 2024 Algerian Super Cup Final between MC Alger and CR Belouizdad. Photo: Billel Bensalem
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"Greetings, Amakhosi family! This is Khanyisa Mayo, and I’m thrilled to announce that I’m coming home to join the greatest football family on the planet," he said.

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"I’m officially Khosified and counting down the days until I can connect with you all and become part of the incredible Khosi nation.
"Gold and black run through my veins. Love and peace, see you soon. Amakhosi for life!"

Reactions as Mayo joins Kaizer Chiefs from Algeria

advocate_figo wrote:

"Best transfer window in a very long time this one... 🙏 Thank you Chiefs. 🤝"

Ta_Mundra shared:

"We have been moving like a Big club this season…No manga-manga business and we bypassing those paid football Agents."

Dear_Black02 said:

"Welcome back home, we will make sure you get to the World Cup next year 🔥🔥🔥"

Luyolo Mkentane commented:

"His father Patrick used to play for #Amakhosi4Life ... Hey, Chiefs are angrier this season! Balum'enjeni!"

sthembisom28 reacted:

"Thank you, Management. You out did yourself with signings this season. The only thing left now is to extend coach Nabi's contract with at least 2 years now. He's doing a good job and we need stability. Khosi4Life ✌️"

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Vonakalani Mdaka added:

"The best transfer window since 2014….We have forgiven you for the Mbule and Appolis omissions by far."

Kaizer Chiefs star earns surprise Bafana call-up

Briefly News earlier reported that a Kaizer Chiefs star has received a surprising Bafana Bafana call-up ahead of their match against Nigeria.

South Africa will face the Super Eagles in their next World Cup qualifier, with one of their key players being ruled out of the tie due to injury.

Source: Briefly News

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