🔥 Transfer Twist! Kaizer Chiefs Targeting Surprise PSL Star – PLUS Former Fan-Favorite Striker Makes Headlines! 😱⚽
Kaizer Chiefs are proving that their 2026 squad rebuild is far from over.
Despite already bringing in high-profile reinforcements like Fiston Mayele, Thabo Appollis, Feisal Salum, and Renaldo Leaner, fresh reports from sources close to Naturena suggest that another big signing from within the PSL is nearly complete—and the club is also considering bringing back a former fan-favorite striker to add fire to their attack.
Let’s start with the current PSL target.
While Chiefs have remained tight-lipped, insiders claim that negotiations are at an advanced stage with an unnamed midfielder currently playing for one of the league’s mid-table teams.
Several names are floating around, but the hottest whispers point to Celimpilo Ngema of Richards Bay FC.
Ngema, known for his agility, ball control, and box-to-box energy, has reportedly impressed Chiefs scouts with his consistency and tactical discipline.
A source inside Naturena said, “We’ve had our eye on Ngema for some time.
He’s versatile, he’s hungry, and he fits the profile of the new Chiefs we’re building.
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If the deal goes through, Ngema would likely provide cover and rotation options for both Feisal Salum and Siyethemba Sithebe, helping to ease the load as the season progresses.
The club is reportedly offering a multi-year deal and has already made initial contact with his current club to iron out the final terms.
With personal terms said to be agreed in principle, fans could see a formal announcement in the coming days.
But it’s the second rumor that’s generating even more buzz—and controversy.
According to multiple local reports, Chiefs are seriously exploring the possibility of re-signing Samir Nurković, the Serbian striker who once led the line for Amakhosi with grit, goals, and a cult following.
Nurković, who left the club in 2022 after a mixed run of form and injury struggles, has reportedly rekindled interest from Chiefs following a return to fitness and a sharp run of form in the UAE and back in the PSL.
The 32-year-old is said to be open to a return, and conversations have reportedly already taken place between his representatives and club management.
Chiefs’ current frontline—while boosted by Mayele and Du Preez—still lacks a true physical target man, something Nurković delivered in his prime.
His ability to hold up play, win aerial duels, and disrupt opposition defenses could bring a much-needed dimension to Johnson’s tactical setup.
What’s more, fan sentiment appears to be surprisingly supportive.
Social media exploded over the weekend as Nurković dropped a cryptic Instagram story showing old highlights of his Chiefs days with the caption: “Unfinished business?” Within hours, Amakhosi Twitter lit up with speculation, polls, and even fan-edited posters begging the club to “Bring Back The Lion.
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Club insiders remain cautious.
One official commented anonymously: “We’re not confirming anything yet.
But we know our fans remember what Samir can do when he’s firing.
If the numbers make sense, who knows?”
It wouldn’t be the first time Kaizer Chiefs dipped into their past to rebuild the future.
The potential return of Nurković, paired with the modern firepower of Mayele, could create a dynamic and unpredictable attack.
Imagine a tactical setup where Nurković plays the traditional No.
9 role, dragging defenders and opening lanes for Mayele and Appollis to exploit with pace and precision.
Add Keagan Dolly pulling the strings behind them and you’ve got a front four that could terrorize any PSL defense.
But some critics are skeptical.
They argue that Nurković’s best days might be behind him and that Chiefs should focus on grooming younger, hungrier talent.
Others say the club risks repeating past mistakes by relying too heavily on nostalgic signings instead of building forward.
Still, the numbers don’t lie—Nurković has scored in five of his last seven appearances in all competitions, and by all accounts, he’s fitter than he’s been in years.
With the transfer window rapidly closing, time is ticking.
Chiefs must decide whether to go all-in and complete what could be one of the most dramatic off-seasons in recent club history.
The addition of Ngema would solidify the midfield, while a Nurković comeback would add firepower, fan energy, and headlines galore.
For now, nothing is confirmed.
But if you listen closely, the signs are everywhere.
Players dropping hints, agents moving quietly, and club insiders keeping their lips sealed.
If these deals materialize, Kaizer Chiefs won’t just have a better team—they’ll have a squad capable of not just competing with, but beating the likes of Sundowns and Pirates.
One thing’s clear: the Amakhosi are not done making moves.
And as the transfer drama builds, fans are left clinging to every rumor, every update, and every cryptic post—hoping, praying, and dreaming of a season where Kaizer Chiefs finally rise again.
