Sven Vandenbroeck: Kaizer Chiefs Approach Hugo Broos’ Former Assistant Concerning Coaching Job

• Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly approached a former assistant coach to the current manager of the South African men's national team
• The European tactician has now joined the list of coaches linked with the vacant managerial role at Kaizer Chiefs ahead of next season
• Two former Mamelodi Sundowns are still reported to be the leading candidates to replace Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef at Naturena

Kaizer Chiefs are in the transfer market, seeking to appoint a new coach ahead of the forthcoming 2026-27 season, as they recently confirmed parting ways with co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze, conditioning coach Majdi Safi, and the goalkeeper coach.

The Burundian tactician and the Tunisian coach ended their time with the Glamour Boys on a good note, securing qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup and the MTN8 competition.

There have been different coaches linked with the Kaizer Chiefs, with former Mamelodi Sundowns mentors Manqoba Mngqithi and Pitso Mosimane largely regarded as the two managers leading the race in recent weeks.

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Despite the two South African coaches said to be leading the race, reports now suggest a new name has entered the frame.

Kaizer Chiefs shortlist Hugo Broos, ex-assistant

According to Kick Off, Belgian tactician Sven Vandenbroeck, 46, has emerged as a serious contender for the vacant head coaching role at Naturena.

“According to sources close to Chiefs, former Wydad AC and CR Belouizdad coach Sven Vandenbroeck has been shortlisted for the now vacant position ahead of the new season,” the outlet reported.

A source familiar with developments at the Soweto-based club told journalist Ernest Fakude that there are many managers linked with Chiefs' coaching role, and the club has contacted Vandenbroeck.

“There are several coaches that have been linked to the head coach position at Kaizer Chiefs. There has been contact with one Belgian coach (Vandenbroeck), and there are chances that he might join Chiefs.”

Vandenbroeck's profile as a coach

Vandenbroeck has experience working as a coach in Europe and Africa, while he also holds a UEFA Pro Licence with a CV that includes league titles, domestic cup success, and continental competition experience.

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The Belgian tactician's coaching journey has taken him through Tanzania, Morocco, Algeria, and Belgium, and he was also part of Cameroon’s technical team during their AFCON success in 2017 under the current Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos.

At the club level, he is regarded for his adaptability and ability to work within structured environments, traits that could align with Kaizer Chiefs’ long-term rebuilding plans.

Honours as a coach include:

Tanzanian Premier League title with Simba SC

Tanzanian FA Cup with Simba SC

Moroccan Throne Cup (2020/21) with AS FAR

Belgian First Division B title (2024/25) with SV Zulte Waregem

CAF Champions League runner-up (2023) with Wydad AC

Moroccan Throne Cup runner-up with AS FAR

Algerian Ligue 1 runner-up with CR Belouizdad

AFCON 2017 winner (assistant coach, Cameroon) under Hugo Broos

Tanzanian Premier League Coach of the Season with Simba SC.

Kaizer Chiefs extends key player's contract

Briefly News earlier reported that Kaizer Chiefs have decided to extend one of their key players' contracts ahead of the 2026-27 Premier Soccer League season.

The Amakhosi star's contract was expected to come to an end in the summer, but the Glamour Boys are not ready to let the player go.

Source: Briefly News