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Sundowns snap up star defender from under Kaizer Chiefs’ noses


Mamelodi Sundowns have secured the services of versatile defender Kegan Johannes on a four-year deal. Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates both made approaches.


Sundowns make the statement signing of Kaizer Chiefs target Johannes

23-year-old Kegan Johannes, a specialist right-back but more than comfortable in the centre of defence, has joined the champions on a four-year contract, as per Lorenz_KO on X. Orlando Pirates wero in advanced negotiations with Johannes back in May. Johannes made 16 appearances in the league for Matsatsantsa last term and in the past three league campaigns he’s made 58 outings. Nyiko Mobbie moves in the other direction.

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Sundowns name their price for Bafana maestro Mokoena

The Brazilians want something in the region of R54 million for 27-year-old Teboho Mokoena. Egyptian side Al Ahly are interested, according to Soccer-Laduma.

“With Al Ahly sniffing around for Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena, the Brazilians’ reported asking price for their star player has been revealed. $3 million (±R54 million) that is how much it would take for Al Ahly to get Mokoena from Sundowns. This price tag emerged after it was reported that the Egyptian giants had come knocking for the 27-year-old once again. According to Cairo24, Al Ahly made an approach to Sundowns, who in turn revealed their asking price for the player.”


Chiefs to solve their problem position at last?

Speaking of midfield maestros, Soccer-Laduma sources report that Chiefs will reignite their interest in Thabo Cele. The 27-year-old currently plies his trade in Russia and their other sources claim that Cele is ready to return to South Africa. He has five caps for the national team.

“They have been following him for almost three years now and the team’s scouts have been monitoring him and now he is back on Chiefs’ radar. Indications are that they have been talking to his representatives and the talks have been positive. “He will be like a replacement for Siyethemba Sithebe in the defensive midfield position. So it’s a opportunity that could happen in this window period,” said the source.

Kaizer Chiefs’ pursuit for Bafana Bafana midfielder Thabo Cele seems to have several challenges Image Source: (@MickyJnr./X)

Will Johannes help Sundowns defend their league crown?

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