Kaizer Chiefs set sights on former Orlando Pirates outcast!

Kaizer Chiefs have set their sights on another European-based player who also happens to be a former Orlando Pirates outcast.

According to the information gathered by TheSouthAfrican.com, Amakhosi have already made contact with Tercious Malepe to inquire about his availability.

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Malepe is currently on the books of Ukrainian side FC Mynai but his contract is coming to an end on 30 June as he joined the European outfit on a one-year deal in October 2020.

The 24-year-old is keen on a return to South Africa, and he’s tempted to don the gold and black jersey after being ‘rejected’ by Pirates.

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Despite coming through their youth ranks, Pirates never really gave Malepe a chance to be part of their first team.

Instead, Pirates loaned him out to a number of of PSL clubs, including Moroka Swallows, Ajax Cape Town and Chippa United.

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After spending two seasons on loan at Chippa United, Malepe returned to Pirates in 2020 only to be released as his five-year contract had expired.

The 24-year would then seal a shock move to Europe despite interest from a number of PSL teams at the time.

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Now, with Chiefs looking to sign him, Malepe, who plays as a defender and midfielder, becomes a third European-based player they are interested in after being linked to Keagan Dolly and Bongani Zungu.

Dolly is a free agent after being released by French Ligue 1 side Montpelier last week, while Zungu’s future remains in the balance at Amiens SC.

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Chiefs have also been linked with several high-profile players locally but they have, so far, only confirmed the acquisition of Phathutshedzo Nange.