Bobo Sima: Kaizer Chiefs Star Leaves Premier Soccer League Giants for a Move Abroad

• Kaizer Chiefs academy product has left the Premier Soccer League for a move abroad as he seeks more playing time with the first team
• The South African defender is seen as one of the future players for the Glamour Boys, which is why his move was not made permanent
• The talented player's transfer from the Soweto giants sparked mixed reactions from PSL followers on social media

Kaizer Chiefs prospect Bobo Sima has completed a move to Botswana Premier League outfit Mochudi Centre Chiefs. The 20-year-old, who has featured for Amakhosi’s DStv Diski Challenge team, has yet to make his senior debut for the Soweto giants.

Sima was instrumental in Kaizer Chiefs’ DStv Diski Challenge squad that secured the reserve league title last season and will now take the next step in his career in Botswana.

The Soweto giants, on the other hand, are doing relatively well in the Premier Soccer League after investing heavily in new players in the summer. Bring in the likes of Flavio Silva on a free transfer, Siphesihle Ndlovu from the now-dissolved SuperSport United, two Bafana Bafana stars after their contract ended with Orlando Pirates and others.

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The Glamour Boys are yet to sign any player this January, with Bobby Motaung recently sharing updates to supporters regarding new signings in this winter transfer window.

Mochudi Centre Chiefs confirm Sima's signing

Mochudi Centre Chiefs released an official statement on their Instagram page to confirm the signing of Sima on loan from Kaizer Chiefs on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

“South African defender Bobo Sima arrives at the club on loan from Kaizer Chiefs,” confirmed Centre Chiefs on IG.

“The 20-year-old, highly regarded for his potential, brings energy, discipline, and solid defensive abilities as he aims to grow further and help the team achieve success.”

Sima is set to join forces in Botswana with a promising South African youngster from rivals Orlando Pirates. The Buccaneers’ reserve team player, Tefo Mofokeng, is already at the club on loan, with his temporary move having been extended until the end of the ongoing season.

Currently, Centre Chiefs occupy sixth place in the Botswana Premier League, having collected 24 points from their opening 14 fixtures

Fans share thoughts on Sima's departure

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Sima is seen as one of the talented players from the Kaizer Chiefs academy who should have been promoted to the first team, but he's not guaranteed enough playing time, so the club and the player had to settle for a loan move.

He is expected to return to Naturena at the end of the season, as he is still seen as a future player for Amakhosi.

After completing his loan move to Mochudi Centre Chiefs, fans shared their thoughts on social media concerning the move.

Zakesjali said:

"All the best, Sima. Your talent is your bright future. Stay humble, disciplined and committed to the game."

Z Dila Mvangwana wrote:

"Kaizer Chiefs football club is producing many talented players, but the thing is they don't trust the youngsters like Orlando Pirates. Orlando Pirates once threw Tso Vilakazi, Joseph Makhanya, Philani Khubeka, Gift Leremi, Cheese Mokoena, and Andile Cele into the deep end, and they survived."

Daniel Ofentse Rasetshwane shared:

"Joining the Orlando Pirates player who is also on loan at the same team."

Nkul'eko F Ntuli commented:

"Their ball boys are making major moves🤔."

Kganki Dwane reacted:

"Kaizer Chiefs is a brand, and it made a lot of people, though many remain ungrateful."

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Ace Jomo Praise

"Congratulations to Kaizer Chiefs' young star for securing a move abroad."

Chiefs star set to join PSL rivals

Briefly News also reported that a Kaizer Chiefs star is closing in on joining another Premier Soccer League club this January.

The South African international has had limited playing time this season, and a move away from the club in the second half of the campaign could be beneficial to him.

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Source: Briefly News