Kaizer Chiefs have announced the departure of their captain and key midfielder, Yusuf Maart, who is transferring to Austrian Bundesliga club SV Ried. The club expressed its gratitude for Maart’s contributions and wished him success in Europe. The Chiefs’ management is also planning to release several players not included in their vision for the 2025/26 season; among them is Tebogo Potsane, who has drawn interest from new PSL side Siwelele[1].
Kaizer Chiefs have been active in the transfer market, bringing in several new signings ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. The club unveiled six new players, notably including ex-Orlando Pirates fullback Thabiso Monyane, Portuguese attacker Flavio Silva, and highly rated midfielder Ndlovu, whose arrival is seen as pivotal for strengthening the squad. These changes follow a major squad overhaul, with Chiefs looking to improve their standing after finishing ninth in the previous PSL season[5].
Recent confirmed arrivals at Chiefs include Ethan Chislett from Port Vale, Nkanyiso Shinga, Paseka Mako, and the return of several loaned-out players such as Lebogang Lesako and Njabulo Blom. The club is also linked with further transfer activities, as they seek to reinforce various positions and address gaps exposed last season. Veteran goalkeeper Darren Keet is among the names suggested as a potential addition. Midfielder Edson Castillo’s future is uncertain, with reports indicating he may leave due to limited opportunities following injury[6].
As part of their preseason preparations, Kaizer Chiefs are on an international tour and recently faced PEC Zwolle in a club friendly in the Netherlands on July 15, 2025. The fixture is part of their plan to integrate new signings and test squad cohesion ahead of the upcoming league season[7].