Kaizer Motaung Jr Explodes Over Manqoba Mngqithi to Kaizer Chiefs Contract Rumours

BOMBSHELL! Kaizer Motaung Jr Breaks Silence on Manqoba Mngqithi’s Rumoured Move to Kaizer Chiefs

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA — Kaizer Chiefs sporting director Kaizer Motaung Junior has strongly dismissed reports linking former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi with a possible move to Naturena, describing the claims circulating on social media as “complete lies”.

The denial comes at a sensitive time for Amakhosi, whose performances have attracted growing scrutiny as pressure mounts on head coach Fernando Da Cruz following an inconsistent start to the season.

Mngqithi recently became a free agent after his unexpected departure from Tanzanian giants Young Africans, where his tenure lasted only four months. His availability immediately sparked speculation about his next destination, with Kaizer Chiefs emerging in discussions among supporters and football observers.

The timing of the rumours intensified the debate, particularly as Chiefs continue to face questions about their technical direction and their ability to compete for major honours this season.

The speculation gained momentum after an X user known as Innocent wakwaMkhize claimed that Chiefs had reportedly reopened discussions about appointing Mngqithi.

According to the post, negotiations were allegedly taking place behind the scenes, although Mngqithi was said to be unhappy with the club’s current technical setup.

The claims quickly attracted attention among Amakhosi supporters, many of whom have been debating whether a coaching change could improve the club’s fortunes.

However, Motaung Junior directly responded to the post with a brief but emphatic message: “Complete lies.”

His response represents a clear rejection of the reported negotiations and offers reassurance that the club is not, according to his statement, pursuing the former Sundowns mentor as suggested.

Nevertheless, the denial has not removed the broader questions surrounding Chiefs’ performances and the pressure facing Da Cruz.

Chiefs recently suffered another setback after being eliminated from the CAF Confederation Cup by Zambian side Red Arrows following a penalty shootout. The result dealt a blow to the club’s continental ambitions and increased scrutiny of the coaching staff.

Attention has now shifted to the upcoming Carling Knockout Cup fixture and the highly anticipated Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates.

Both matches could prove important in shaping the mood around Naturena, with supporters eager to see signs of progress from the team.

Motaung Junior has previously expressed public support for Da Cruz and his technical team, reinforcing the club’s stated commitment to its current project.

However, football remains a results-driven business, and consecutive disappointing performances could intensify calls for change.

For now, Motaung Junior’s firm denial has put the Mngqithi rumours to rest at the official level. Whether Da Cruz can use the coming matches to ease the pressure remains the bigger question facing Kaizer Chiefs.

Source https://x.com/MDNnewss/status/2115048916139810904

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