Gabadinho Mhango Opens Up About His Rollercoaster Transfer Experience and How He Found New Stability at Marumo Gallants After Kaizer Chiefs Deal Fell Apar

Gabadinho Mhango Opens Up About Failed Kaizer Chiefs Move

In the world of football, transfers can often be filled with uncertainty and surprise, with deals falling apart for reasons unknown to the public.

One such example is Gabadinho Mhango’s almost move to Kaizer Chiefs in 2023—a transfer that had fans excited but ultimately ended in disappointment.

Now, the Malawian striker, who currently plays for Marumo Gallants, is finally speaking out about what went wrong.

The Disappointment of a Collapsed Transfer

Mhango, a prolific centre-forward who was at AmaZulu FC at the time, was reportedly on the verge of signing with Chiefs.

The club was in desperate need of a striker, with Caleb Bimenyimana’s departure imminent and Ashley Du Preez as their main option upfront.

Despite their efforts to bring in new talent, Chiefs only managed to secure one striker, Ranga Chivaviro, from Marumo Gallants before the 2023/24 season kicked off.

The move to Chiefs seemed almost certain, and Mhango was excited about the opportunity to join one of South Africa’s most prominent clubs.

He even traveled from Durban to Johannesburg, thinking the deal was all but final.

But then, unexpectedly, everything fell apart.

“I don’t even know what happened,” Mhango said, expressing his frustration.

“I was really looking forward to the move.

I had traveled to Johannesburg, was ready to complete the transfer, and then suddenly, things just changed.

I was disappointed, but life moves on.”

Finding a New Home at Marumo Gallants

After the failed move to Chiefs, Mhango didn’t stay without a club for long.

In August 2023, he joined Moroka Swallows on a free transfer, but shortly after, the club faced its own challenges and was disbanded. Fortunately, the 32-year-old striker found stability at Marumo Gallants, where he’s been playing ever since.

Despite the setback, Mhango has proven his worth at Gallants.

In just 14 matches, he has scored three goals and provided one assist.

Now, his main goal is to help Gallants secure their position in the Betway Premiership, where they are currently sitting 13th, seven points ahead of the relegation zone.

Could Kaizer Chiefs Regret the Missed Opportunity?

With Mhango finding form at Marumo Gallants, questions are now being raised about whether Kaizer Chiefs made the right decision by pulling out of the transfer deal.

The striker’s experience and goal-scoring abilities could have been a valuable addition to Chiefs’ attack, which struggled for firepower at the time.

As Mhango continues to impress at Gallants, it’s clear that football transfers can be unpredictable.

His journey serves as a reminder that things don’t always go as planned, but his determination and talent continue to shine through.

One thing is for sure: Gabadinho Mhango remains a player to watch in South African football.

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