Percy Tau signals clear interest in joining Kaizer Chiefs as he agrees to a massive pay cut in South Africa

For years now, Percy Tau and Kaizer Chiefs have been two names swirling in the same transfer rumours—but nothing ever quite materialized.

Now, that narrative could be shifting.

The Bafana Bafana star has publicly shown interest in making the move.

In fact, he’s not just open to it—he’s made it easy for the club to come knocking.

Tau Says “Perfect” to Chiefs Offer Live on Radio

Speaking to Robert Marawa on 947’s Marawa Sports Worldwide, Tau didn’t mince words when asked if he’d take a deal with Chiefs worth R450,000 per month for two years. His response? A simple but telling: “Perfect.”

That one word carried weight—it wasn’t just a hypothetical acceptance; it was an open invitation.

What makes this especially noteworthy is that Tau is reportedly willing to take a significant pay cut to make the deal happen.

For someone with his profile, that says a lot about his intentions—and his desire to be part of something at Naturena.

Chiefs Playing It Cool—And Cautious

Despite Tau’s openness, the Kaizer Chiefs camp isn’t jumping at the chance just yet.

In fact, they’ve reportedly closed the door on the idea entirely.

Why? The club is still smarting from past experiences with high-profile, high-cost veterans like Khama Billiat and Keagan Dolly, both of whom were brought in with much fanfare but ultimately delivered underwhelming returns.

So this time, it seems Chiefs are approaching things more conservatively.

They’re steering away from aging stars with big reputations—even if they come with a reduced price tag.

Tau’s Offer Comes at a Bargain

To put things into perspective, Tau’s proposed R450,000 monthly salary is half of what Billiat reportedly earned (over R900,000) and far less than Dolly’s package, which was said to be over R1 million a season.

For a player of Tau’s quality and international pedigree, that’s a tempting deal.

It raises the question—is this really a risk worth avoiding?

What’s Next for Amakhosi Under Nabi?

While Percy Tau’s future remains in limbo, all eyes are on new coach Nasreddine Nabi.

He’s reportedly lining up his own transfer targets as the Chiefs try to rebuild with a fresh identity.

Whether Tau fits into that vision—or ends up being a missed opportunity—remains to be seen.

Would You Take Percy Tau for R450K a Month?

So now the question goes to you: Should Kaizer Chiefs take Percy Tau up on his offer?
A two-year deal. R450k per month.

Is it worth it for a player of his calibre—or is the club right to avoid past mistakes?