Kaizer Chiefs fans have been eagerly anticipating news regarding Percy Tau’s potential move to Naturena for quite some time.
The latest development on the situation has stirred excitement, especially for those hoping to see the “Lion of Judah” in a Chiefs jersey.
Percy Tau Seeks to Leave Al Ahly
Percy Tau’s time at Al Ahly appears to be coming to an end, as the 30-year-old forward has reportedly requested that the Egyptian club terminate his contract.
According to Cairo24, and as relayed by Soccer Laduma, Tau has agreed to a $500,000 (approximately R9.4 million) settlement to part ways with the club.
The forward, who has been linked to Kaizer Chiefs for some time, rejected Al Ahly’s offer to sell him and instead pushed for a full contract termination.
Initially, he sought a payout of $600,000 (around R11.3 million), but after negotiations, the two sides agreed on a lower sum of $500,000 to facilitate his departure.
This move opens the door for Tau to join a new club, with Chiefs continuing to be a potential destination.
Kaizer Chiefs Youth Awards 2024: Celebrating Rising Talent
While talks of Percy Tau’s possible move make waves, Kaizer Chiefs is also making headlines for its dedication to youth development.
The club recently hosted its annual awards ceremony to recognize the top-performing players across various youth age groups.
The event celebrated achievements from the U12 to U19 teams, highlighting the hard work and progress of these young athletes.
U13s Shine with League Title
The U13 team had an exceptional season, dominating the SAFA Gauteng Development League with a remarkable eight-point lead over second place.
The squad lost only once throughout the 34-match season, showcasing their incredible consistency and skill.
The awards for the U13s went to:
- Reatlegile Mosimane – Top Goal Scorer
- Inganathi Saliwa – Player of the Season
- Neo Dlamini – Players’ Player of the Season
U15s Fight Hard for Runners-Up Spot
Kaizer Chiefs’ U15 team finished as runners-up in their league, narrowly missing out on the title after a competitive battle with the eventual champions.
The standout players in the U15 group were:
- Ntokozo Hlophe – Top Goal Scorer
- Reotshepile Malete – Player of the Season
- Reotshepile Malete – Players’ Player of the Season
U17s Show Great Determination
The U17 team faced a tough season, ultimately finishing 10th in their highly competitive league.
Despite the challenging campaign, the players displayed commendable determination and resilience.
The awards went to:
- Matthew Sinclair – Top Goal Scorer
- Tashiel Rugunanan – Player of the Season
- Lebohang Dhlamini – Players’ Player of the Season
U19s Stand Out with Impressive Performances
The U19 Chiefs team finished 3rd in their division, showcasing some electrifying performances.
These young players provided glimpses of what could be an exciting future for the club.
The awards for the U19s were:
- Mpho Khethang – Top Goal Scorer
- Matala Makhubo – Player of the Season
- Mpho Khethang – Players’ Player of the Season
Goalkeeper Awards Recognize Excellence
In addition to the team awards, special recognition was given to the standout goalkeepers of the season:
- Naphtali Mokoena – Senior Goalkeeper of the Season
- Keabetswe Morake – Junior Goalkeeper of the Season
This celebration of talent highlights Kaizer Chiefs’ ongoing commitment to nurturing young stars, while the potential signing of Percy Tau could bring valuable experience to the team.
With both youth development and potential marquee signings, the future looks promising for Amakhosi.