Kaizer Chiefs are once again searching for a new head coach after confirming the departure of Nasreddine Nabi. The Soweto giants parted ways with the Tunisian tactician following complications around his CAF qualifications, which prevented him from sitting on the bench for continental fixtures.
According to reports, Nabi’s inability to meet CAF requirements became a stumbling block for Chiefs, especially with the possibility of progressing deep into interclub competitions this season. As a result, the club terminated his contract, leaving the hot seat at Naturena vacant.
For now, assistant coaches Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze will take charge on an interim basis. The pair already proved their capability earlier in the campaign when they guided Amakhosi to an unbeaten start—three wins and a draw in their opening four matches—while Nabi was away attending to personal matters. Impressively, their run included a hard-fought draw against reigning champions Mamelodi Sundowns.
With the position open, attention has immediately shifted to one of South Africa’s most decorated coaches, Pitso Mosimane. The 60-year-old is currently a free agent after parting ways with his most recent club. That availability, combined with his track record, makes him one of the strongest contenders to take charge at Naturena.
Mosimane is widely respected across the continent. During his coaching career, he has achieved remarkable success, including multiple league titles with Mamelodi Sundowns, as well as CAF Champions League glory. He also enjoyed stints abroad, managing clubs in Egypt and the Middle East, further cementing his reputation as one of Africa’s finest tacticians.
Importantly for Chiefs, Mosimane has previously hinted at being open to leading the Soweto giants. With him currently based in South Africa, the timing appears ideal for negotiations. For a club desperate to return to its glory days, Mosimane represents a rare opportunity to appoint a proven winner capable of reviving their fortunes.
The Chiefs’ faithful have long called for a figure of Mosimane’s calibre to take the reins, and the current circumstances seem to align perfectly. While Youssef and Kaze will steady the ship for now, the pressure is on management to make a bold appointment.
If Amakhosi want to send a strong message about their ambitions, securing Mosimane would be the clearest statement yet.
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