By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
Kaizer Chiefs Football Club have announced the departure of Phathutshedzo Nange upon the expiry of his contract, the club confirmed on Thursday.
Chiefs have opted against renewing Nange’s contract which expires on June 30. The midfielder struggled for game time last season and managed to feature in just three league games plus two Cup matches.
“On behalf of everyone at the club, I would like to thank Phathu for his contribution to Kaizer Chiefs over the past two years,” said Chiefs Sporting Director, Kaizer Motaung Jnr in a statement.
“It is a pity that injuries prevented him from playing regularly, as I am sure his undoubted quality would have added value to the team. We wish him success in his future endeavours.”
Nange becomes the third Chiefs player to leave the club this winter. He follows defenders Erick Mathoho and Siyabonga Ngezana through the exit door. The two have already been replaced by Thatayaone Ditlhokwe and Given Msimango who were signed by SuperSport United and TS Galaxy respectively.
Meanwhile Chiefs are in talks with former Young Africans Nasreddine Nabi for the position of head coach, suggesting a potential shift in the managerial role.