Why Kaizer Chiefs Will Not Be Sold for R2 Billion, According to Bobby Motaung

Kaizer Chiefs football manager Bobby Motaung has backed head coach Fernando Da Cruz and his technical team despite the club’s inconsistent results this season. Motaung believes the coaching staff have the experience and quality needed to improve the team, insisting that Amakhosi must remain patient and focus on their long-term plans rather than make decisions based on short-term results.

Da Cruz joined Chiefs at the beginning of the season, replacing the co-coaching duo of Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef. The pair helped the Soweto giants reach the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup and finish in the top three of the Betway Premiership last season.

Da Cruz made a reasonably positive start, but the team has struggled to maintain consistency in the league. Chiefs have recorded five draws in their last six matches and currently sit fifth on the table with 14 points. They are nine points behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, who have played one more game.

The club has also experienced disappointment in cup competitions, exiting the MTN8 in the first round before being eliminated from the CAF Confederation Cup at the preliminary stage. These results have increased pressure on the coaching staff, but Motaung has made it clear that the club remains committed to the current project.

Speaking on Marawa Sports Worldwide, Motaung praised Da Cruz’s management of the dressing room, his tactical preparation and his willingness to give young players opportunities. He pointed to Wandile Duba and Mfundo Vilakazi as examples of players trusted by the coach.

Motaung also acknowledged that injuries have affected the team and said returning players could help improve stability. He stressed that the Premier Soccer League is a difficult competition that requires coaches to understand its unique demands.

Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly rejected a R2 billion offer from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) to buy the club. The comments come after the club turned down the Saudi proposal, which was reportedly valued at R2 billion. Bobby Motaung dismissed the approach, saying: “Kaizer Chiefs is a Motaung legacy and no amount of money will make them sell Kaizer Chiefs for R2 billion.” The reported bid highlights growing international interest in South African football, but the Soweto giants have made it clear that their ownership structure will remain unchanged.

The reported offer has also drawn attention to the club’s ownership and future direction. However, the alleged bid should be treated as unconfirmed unless it is independently verified. The reported response attributed to Motaung underlines the importance of the family legacy and the club’s existing ownership structure.

Motaung believes Chiefs have the facilities and professional support required to help the technical team succeed. He highlighted the club’s sports science resources and the work carried out by coaches behind the scenes, explaining that building a competitive side requires careful planning and consistent effort.

He also stressed the importance of developing young South African players who can compete at the highest level of African football. In his view, players need strong technical ability, discipline and an understanding of the demands of continental competition.

For Chiefs supporters, improved results remain the immediate priority. The team will need to turn draws into victories if it hopes to close the gap on the league leaders. Nevertheless, Motaung has urged patience, maintaining that Da Cruz is a high-level coach who needs time and confidence to implement his plans.

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