Kaizer Chiefs Shift Transfer Strategy After Disappointing Khama Billiat Stint
Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly altered their transfer policy following the underwhelming stint of Zimbabwean winger Khama Billiat.
The club signed Billiat on a free transfer from Mamelodi Sundowns in 2018 amid much fanfare, but his five-year stay failed to live up to expectations.
While Billiat was initially seen as a marquee acquisition, sources close to the club suggest that his performances did not match the substantial salary he earned during his time at Naturena.
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Big Salaries, Modest Returns
According to Soccer Laduma, the Soweto giants are now cautious about pursuing high-profile players with hefty wage demands.
This change in approach means that players like Percy Tau, who was once on the club’s radar, are no longer immediate targets.
An unnamed source explained:
“The team feels they have learned a lesson from the signings of Khama Billiat and Keagan Dolly, where they paid significant salaries but believe the returns were not worth it. That’s why they are exploring other forward players instead of Percy Tau. For now, he is not a target. However, in football, you never know what might happen in the future. But definitely not now.”
Kazier Chiefs Initially Wanted to Retain Billiat
Interestingly, Kaizer Chiefs did make an effort to extend Billiat’s stay when his contract expired in 2023. However, the player opted to return to his home country, joining Zimbabwean Premier Soccer League side Yadah FC.
Future Targets to Be More Calculated
The decision to rethink their recruitment strategy signals a broader shift at Kaizer Chiefs, who are now focused on securing players that offer both performance value and financial balance. With Billiat and Dolly as case studies, the club appears intent on avoiding similar outcomes going forward.
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