Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has confirmed that several players could leave Naturena on loan before the domestic transfer window closes at midnight on Monday, 22 September. With the squad larger than he desires, Nabi is working closely with management to secure valuable game time for fringe players and emerging prospects who are currently struggling for minutes.
At the top of the list is Samkelo Zwane (23), a highly rated academy graduate who broke into the first team under Arthur Zwane in 2023. Despite 36 senior appearances, he has yet to feature this season, making a temporary move almost certain. Fellow left-back Happy Mashiane (27) is another likely departure after failing to make the 20-man matchday squad. Durban City FC and Stellenbosch FC are reportedly interested. Donay Jansen (22), nephew of club legend Bernard Parker, could also be on the move after an underwhelming loan at SuperSport United. Promising goalkeeper Bontle Molefe (22) is seeking his first senior debut but remains behind Bruce Bvuma, Brandon Petersen, and Fiacre Ntwari in the pecking order, making regular football elsewhere a logical next step.
Youngster Thulani Mabaso (19), who impressed in the DStv Diski Challenge and trained with the senior squad during the Netherlands pre-season camp, may be loaned to gain first-team experience. Veteran striker Tashreeq Morris (31), signed as an emergency option last January, faces stiff competition from new arrivals Flavio da Silva and Etiosa Ighodaro. Gavin Hunt’s Durban City FC is reportedly keen on reuniting with him. Rounding out the list are teenage prospects Kabelo Nkgwesa (19), a left-back facing heavy competition, and Naledi Hlongwane (19), a striker who debuted earlier this season but has since been sidelined. With Kaizer Chiefs balancing a busy league and continental schedule, strategic loan moves could benefit both the club’s long-term plans and the players’ individual development.
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