Kaizer Chiefs is on the hunt for a new coach, and it seems they’re turning their eyes to Portugal. Reports suggest that the club is arranging a meeting with former Nigeria head coach Jose Peseiro, who recently led the Super Eagles to the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), although they didn’t clinch the title.
The coaching position at Chiefs has attracted interest from around the globe, but the club is leaning towards an international candidate after a string of disappointments. Despite bringing in Cavin Johnson mid-season to replace Molefi Ntseki, results haven’t improved to the fans’ satisfaction.
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Names like Piso Mosimane and Steve Komphela were previously linked with the role, but it appears Chiefs are casting their net wider this time. According to Soccer Laduma, the club is eyeing Peseiro for the upcoming season.
Sources close to the club suggest that Chiefs management has scheduled a meeting with Peseiro’s representatives to discuss the possibility of him taking the helm at the end of the 2023/24 season.
This move marks a departure from previous sentiments expressed by Chiefs chairman Dr Kaizer Motaung, who once stated that only a select few local coaches could handle the pressure of leading the club. However, recent performances seem to have prompted a rethink, with Chiefs now open to exploring options beyond South Africa’s borders.
In the ever-changing landscape of football, opinions shift, and it seems Chiefs are adapting to the times. As they prepare for a crucial meeting with Peseiro, fans eagerly await news of who will guide their team in the upcoming season.