Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako, no room for sentimentality in switch from Orlando Pirates to Kaizer Chiefs
Kaizer Chiefs have bolstered their defence by signing Thabiso Monyane (pictured) and Paseka Mako from Orlando Pirates, aiming to improve their league performance after two consecutive seasons outside the top eight. Picture: Backpagepix
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Kaizer Chiefs on Thursday evening announced the signing of Orlando Pirates duo Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako in a significant boost to their player stocks.
While switching allegiances among derby rivals is often frowned upon, Chiefs will be left grinning as they added the two star players to their defence for the upcoming Betway Premiership season.
The 25-year-old Monyane joins Chiefs after his contract ran out with Pirates at the end of June.
Meanwhile, the more experienced 31-year-old Mako also had his contract run out at Pirates at the end of last month.
Chiefs Announce New Signings Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako
Chiefs said in a statement: “Kaizer Chiefs are delighted to announce the signings of Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako as their two new acquisitions after announcing three other players earlier this week. Previously with Orlando Pirates, the pair bring valuable experience to Naturena, having won trophies and participated in the CAF Champions League in recent seasons.
“Mako, born in Zebediela, Limpopo, plays as a left wingback, while Monyane operates as a right back in the defensive line. The duo will reinforce Amakhosi’s rear guard with their versatility and work rate.
“The team will travel to the Netherlands tonight for a pre-season training camp.”
As the most popular club in South Africa, Chiefs are in a constant battle to sign the best players, especially since they have now gone two seasons in a row without finishing in the top eight in the league.
Chiefs took a blow in the race for the top signature of Oswin Appollis on Wednesday, as fellow Soweto Giants Orlando Pirates bagged the services of the winger.