Kaizer Chiefs star Nkosingiphile Ngcobo has struggled to stay fit in recent seasons. However, that’s not why the club wants to loan him out.
Kaizer Chiefs consider Ngcobo’s future
According to SoccerLaduma, the Kaizer Chiefs hierarchy are considering sending Nkosingiphile Ngcobo out on loan next season. Injuries have ravaged the last two seasons for the 25-year-old Amakhosi youth product. He made the step up to senior football in 2017 but has only managed 96 appearances for the club across all competitions in that time. He’s only managed four in 2024-2025.
Why Nabi doesn’t fancy Ngcobo
SL sources believe Ngcobo’s lack of speed in the final third is something which worries coach Nasreddine Nabi.
There is no doubt he’s a talented midfielder but he’s not what the coach is looking for. He’s believed to be a bit slow from what the coach prefers. So, they want to give him a chance to play where his talent and playing style will be appreciated. That’s why they want to loan him out,” a source revealed.
Chiefs chase classy midfielder Le Roux
According to Siseko Gwegwe’s online investigations, 24-year-old Bafana Bafana and Värnamo midfield dynamo Luke Le Roux is a target for Chiefs. However, they’ll likely face competition from Sundowns. Le Roux already has extensive experience in Europe after stints with Sweden and the Netherlands. He’s also got seven caps for Bafana Bafana, earning his debut for South Africa in September 2022. This midfield schemer has the backing of Hugo Broos, but does he want a return to Mzansi?
Is Ngcobo’s Chiefs career over?
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