8 Kaizer Chiefs Players Facing Contract Uncertainty in 2025/26 Season

As Kaizer Chiefs gear up for a crucial 2025/26 Betway Premiership campaign, a group of players find themselves under the spotlight. This is not just for performances on the pitch, but for what the future holds beyond this season. Eight players are heading into the final stretch of their contracts, and for many, the upcoming months could decide whether they remain part of Amakhosi’s long-term plans.

With squad changes already in motion and more to come before the transfer window shuts, the pressure is mounting. Under new coach Nasreddine Nabi, every minute on the pitch is now a chance to prove worth and secure a fresh deal.

Who’s on the Clock?

Here’s a breakdown of the players either entering the final year of their contracts or facing growing uncertainty despite having deals that stretch into 2026:

Players with Contracts Expiring in 2025

• Brandon Petersen – The experienced goalkeeper has one season left and must deliver consistently to earn a renewal.

Players with Contracts Running Until June 2026 but Under Pressure

• Tebogo Potsane – Despite his deal running through next season, he’s been linked with a possible exit during the current transfer window.
• Dillan Solomons – Expected to play a bigger role this season, but performances will be closely monitored.
• Zitha Kwinika – A solid defender, though his role may shift depending on the team’s tactical reshuffle.
• George Matlou – Yet to fully cement a starting place, this season will be crucial for his Chiefs future.
• Sibongiseni Mthethwa – Has shown promise, but will need consistency to keep his spot secure.
• Bruce Bvuma – Contracted until 2026 and considered part of the leadership core, but still must remain competitive.

While technically some players have a year or more remaining, they’re not immune to early exits if performances dip or tactical changes demand it.

Nasreddine Nabi’s Big Test Begins

This weekend’s Toyota Cup showdown against Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko at Moses Mabhida Stadium will offer these players a golden opportunity to make an impression. Coach Nasreddine Nabi is still shaping his ideal squad and will use this fixture to assess his options.

Fans can expect fierce competition for starting spots, particularly from those whose future at Naturena hangs in the balance. The match will not just be about lifting a trophy; it’s about staking a claim in the team’s future.

Also read: Why Kaizer Chiefs Can’t Afford to Lose the Toyota Cup

No Room for Passengers

In a club determined to rebuild and re-establish its dominance, Chiefs have little space for underperformers. The message is clear: earn your place or risk becoming part of the clear-out. Whether it’s a goalkeeper like Petersen or midfielders like Matlou and Potsane, the standard will be set high from the very first whistle of the season.

Contracts, Competition and Commitment

With the stakes sky-high, this campaign will be one of the most career-defining for many in gold and black. Fans will be watching closely, not just for goals and clean sheets, but for passion, hunger, and consistency.

By the end of the 2025/26 season, the squad list at Naturena could look very different. For now, the fight to remain a Kaizer Chiefs player is well and truly on.

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