Kaizer Chiefs Poised to Secure Duo from Cape Town Spurs for R5 Million
Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly on the verge of signing two promising players from Cape Town Spurs, with a total transfer fee of R5 million anticipated. The club is said to be willing to exceed the standard FIFA growth fees to ensure a smooth acquisition of the talents.
The Soweto giants are expected to pay R1.5 million for each player, totaling R3 million, to comply with regulations. This approach mirrors a previous case involving Puso Dithejane‘s move to TS Galaxy, where development fees were also applied.
In a gesture of goodwill, Chiefs are reportedly prepared to offer an additional R2 million, bringing the total to R5 million for both players. this enhanced offer is seen as an thankfulness to Cape Town Spurs, despite their recent relegation from the Betway Premiership. This move is reminiscent of Chiefs’ previous acquisition of Siphesihle Ndlovu from SuperSport United, for whom they also paid R5 million, even as his contract was nearing its end.
The pursuit of Velebayi began following Cape Town Spurs’ relegation, with Baartman afterward identified as another key target.Both players are highly regarded, and Chiefs are keen to finalize the deal swiftly to integrate them into their long-term strategy and bolster the squad with youthful talent. This significant investment underscores Chiefs’ commitment to strengthening their team and fostering positive relationships with domestic clubs.