Kaizer Chiefs have announced the signing of Bradley Cross from Golden Arrows and the sensational return of their academy product, Njabulo Blom, who joins on a one-year loan from St. Louis City.
Amakhosi have now made seven additions in the transfer window, following the arrivals of Gaston Sirino, Inacio Miguel, Fiacre Ntwari, Bongani Sam, and Rushwin Dortley.
Cross is set to bolster the left-back position, which coach Nasreddine Nabi had instructed the club to strengthen with an experienced player. He was signed as an alternative after they failed to secure Fawaaz Basadien (Stellenbosch FC) and Riaan Hanamub (AmaZulu FC).
Meanwhile, Blom will be strengthening the defensive midfield, a position that the Soweto giants have seemingly struggled with in recent seasons.
He returns for his second stint with the Glamour Boys having come through the club's junior ranks and left in January 2023 to join the MLS side.
“Kaizer Chiefs have reunited with utility player Njabulo Blom, who returns to the Club after his recent stint with St. Louis City FC in the United States. Blom, a talented and versatile footballer, has signed a one-year loan deal with Amakhosi and will once again don the famous Gold and Black jersey,” the club announced on their website.
MOTAUNG JR ON WHAT MAKES BLOM A VALUABLE ADDITION TO CHIEFS
Commenting on the re-signing of Blom, Kaizer Chiefs’ Sporting Director, Kaizer Motaung Jr. said, “We are excited to welcome Njabulo back to the team. His experience in the MLS and his familiarity with our Club ethos make him a valuable addition to our squad. We look forward to seeing his impact on the field because we know how valuable he is to our game model.”
Meanwhile, announcing Bradley Cross, the club stated, “Kaizer Chiefs are delighted to welcome their sixth signings of the current transfer window, Bradley Cross, from Golden Arrows. The talented left-back has committed his exceptional skills and versatility to Amakhosi for the next four years.
HOW CHIEFS WILL BENEFIT FROM BRADLEY CROSS
Motaung Jr. is hoping the club will benefit from the international experience of Cross who honed his skills at Newcastle United and Schalke 04.
“Bradley’s signing aligns with our strategic vision of continuing to strengthen our team and get ready compete when the season starts,” says Sporting Director, Kaizer Motaung Jr.
“We are confident that his addition will bring a new level of energy, international experience and skill to our squad. We look forward to seeing him in action and contributing to our success.”
