It’s always a tricky spot when one of your homegrown talents starts catching the eye overseas.
And that’s exactly the situation Kaizer Chiefs found themselves in with midfielder Nkosingiphile Ngcobo.
With European clubs sniffing around, the club didn’t waste any time making a move to protect their asset.
European Clubs Come Calling
Ngcobo has been turning heads lately—especially during the team’s recent pre-season tour in Europe.
A Dutch club in particular is believed to have been seriously impressed with the 24-year-old’s performances, sparking speculation that a move could be on the cards sooner rather than later.
Contract Was Set to Expire
Before Chiefs acted, the situation was pretty delicate.
Ngcobo’s contract was set to run out at the end of next season, which meant by early next year, he could’ve started negotiating a pre-contract deal with any club of his choice.
That’s a dangerous window for a club to leave open—especially when international teams are circling.
Chiefs Trigger Contract Extension
To avoid losing him for nothing—or next to nothing—Kaizer Chiefs activated a one-year extension clause in Ngcobo’s current deal.
According to sources close to the club, this move was all about securing negotiating power if the player does eventually move abroad.
“The club knew they had to act fast. Letting a talent like him walk away for free wasn’t an option,” an insider reportedly told Soccer Laduma.
“Now that the extension has been triggered, they’re in a stronger position to discuss transfer fees if a European club wants to make it official.”
Strategic Move to Maximize Value
It’s not just about holding onto the player—it’s about being smart with business.
By extending his deal now, Chiefs have essentially bought themselves time.
If a team does want Ngcobo, they’ll have to pay a proper fee, rather than getting him for free once his original deal ran out in June 2026.
Chiefs’ Future Ambitions
As for where Kaizer Chiefs are headed this season, fans are still hopeful for a strong showing in the Betway Premiership.
Could they push for a title challenge? That remains to be seen, but keeping players like Ngcobo in the squad—at least for now—is definitely a step in the right direction.
What Do You Think?
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