Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. has confirmed Amakhosi have been keen on signing Stellenbosch defender Fawaaz Basadien.
The left-back has been consistent at his club and this season, he has already scored three goals across all competitions this season.
The transfer window is ongoing until September 20, and Motuang Jr. has explained why Basadien will be a vital addition to Amakhosi.
Stellenbosch are waiting for the window to close but Basadien has a great profile
“If you remember Rob Benadi’s comments, the CEO of Stellenbosch, he’s just waiting for the transfer window to close because it’s so destabilizing,” the 43-year-old told Radio 947.
“I can imagine from a Stellies perspective, a testament to them because Stellies did a tremendous job in recruitment because everyone is talking about Stellenbosch players.
“So again, a top talent, great to see him in the international fold the other camp. I think he’s got great attributes. I don’t think there’s another team in the country that wouldn’t want Basadien – he has a great certain profile.
“A club of our nature wants to have quality players. We’ve had discussions with Rob, it’s not a secret, we made an offer to Rob before.”
Stellies want stability
The Carling Knockout champions have lost Iqraam Rayners, Deano van Rooyen, Anicet Oura, Antonio van Wyk among other stars.
According to Motaung Jr. the Steve Barker-led team doesn't want more exits since it will negatively impact the squad.
“[Rob]made it very clear about the price he had on Fawaaz. Again, when we re-engaged him again on the price, he made it clear they also want some stability.
“They lost Deano to Pirates, they lost Iqraam, Oura is gone now also. They also need to keep hold of certain players and our people need to understand it’s a two-way street, other clubs also want to keep their best players.”
Have Chiefs given up on Basadien?
“The door on all quality players is never shut. All doors are open, we want to reinforce the team as best as we can. The doors are open and the cheque only has a certain amount of space,” Motaung Jr continued.
“At the end of the day, it’s also market-related. Everyone puts a value on their fact and they’re entitled to that [but] it’s got to make business sense. We try our best to bring the best.”
Chiefs have so far signed seven players but have promised the fans more before the transfer window closes.
