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Kaizer Chiefs have completed the signing of former Mamelodi Sundowns striker Etiosa Ighodaro on a free transfer.
Chiefs welcomed Ighodaro on Tuesday, revealing that he will wear jersey number 50 at the club.
“Kaizer Chiefs have acquired the services of another striker, Etiosa Ighodaro,” reads the club statement. “The 24-year-old Nigerian arrived in South Africa in July 2021 and has played for several PSL outfits, scoring a total of 25 goals in 97 appearances. He spent last season on loan with AmaZulu FC.”
Chiefs sporting director, Kaizer Motaung Jr, said, We’re excited that he has joined our journey. His passion, work rate and dedication will surely add to the team this season and beyond. “We look forward to creating unforgettable moments together in the Gold & Black colours of the Glamour Boys.”
During his career in South African football, his best goal return in the league was 11 goals in 27 games for Chippa United. Last season, he found the back of the net six times for AmaZulu. In the last four years, he’s scored 25 goals in all competitions.