Gavin Hunt lures former Golden Boot winner to Gqeberha

Veteran attacker Rodney Ramagalela is reportedly ready to put pen to paper on a sensational move to Gavin Hunt’s Chippa United down in Gqeberha.

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According to Soccer Laduma, the now 32-year-old is nearing a move to the Chilli Boys following his exit from last season’s DStv Premiership relegated side, Black Leopards.

Ramagalela, who skippered Lidoda Duvha in the 2020/21 season, was, despite a dismal campaign for the Thohoyandou-based side, one of their stand-out players with 25 appearances in all competitions.

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However, he was among those deemed surplus to requirements post-season and was put up for sale as the team looks to rebuild following their relegation to the GladAfrica Championship.

Ramagalela shared the Lesley Manyathela Golden Boot award for top goal-scorer in the 2017/18 season with then Mamelodi Sundowns’ Percy Tau with just 11 goals that campaign.

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Ramagalela himself played for the Brazilians between 2013 and 2016 during which time he spent a period on loan at Golden Arrows.

It now appears the next stop in his career will take him to the Eastern Cape coast where he will link up with former SuperSport United, Bidvest WIts and Kaizer Chiefs mentor, Gavin Hunt.

An official announcement from Chippa United is expected in the coming days. 

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Gavin Hunt has assembling a squad strongly in depth than last season when the side only managed to retain their top-flight status via the relegation/promotion playoffs.

Chippa United will get their 2021/22 DStv Premiership campaign underway on Saturday, 21 August with an away fixture against newcomers Sekhukhune United.

Kick-off is at 15:00.