veteran kaizer chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune He has been vocal about continuing his career as a player beyond this season.
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It now appears that Kuhne will need to leave the Chiefs if he wants to extend his playing career.
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For many years, Kuhne has been a mainstay for the Chiefs and has been the Chiefs' number one goaltender for over a decade. But in recent years, the 36-year-old has been plagued by injuries and a decline in form that has slowed his form. The club was unable to find a regular goalkeeper to succeed him, and often called him up many times.
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He recently returned with a man-of-the-match performance. Curling All Stars XI. The country got another glimpse of what he is still capable of in front of the stick. The Chiefs have released a statement saying Kuehne will retire, but he has made it clear he is not ready to do so. Therefore, he may have to look for another club next season.
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That said, Kuhn was expected to return from last month's suspension. However, the Chiefs team manager bobby motaung It has been revealed that the veteran keeper is still serving a suspension.Recently, he has even been linked with a move to Sekhukhune Unitedas it seems unlikely that the contract will be renewed.
Will Kuhn retire and accept the Chiefs job?
But now according to citizenKuhn will accept his fate with the Chiefs and stick with his original plan.
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“Given the current situation, I don't think he will be given a new contract. That's why he is considering taking up a new role at the club, which could involve coaching the development team. High. That guy has been at the club for a very long time, his blood is gold and black, that's why it's difficult for him to play for other teams. He previously played for many years. He said he wants to play, maybe play into his 40s, but that doesn't seem likely to happen, especially with the Chiefs. The other thing is, several clubs have tried to sign him, and his situation at the club is being closely monitored,” the source said.
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What ultimately happens between the Chiefs and Kuhn at the end of the season remains to be seen.