Kaizer Chiefs are deep into their pre-season training camp in Turkey, where new coach Nasreddine Nabi has been evaluating his squad.
Siya sources have indicated that one significant decision emerging from this review is a potential loan move for Democratic Republic of Congo striker Christian Saile.
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The sources added that ongoing negotiations are shaping the future of Saile, who is expected to spend the coming season on loan.
Insiders stated that the technical team is actively scouting for potential replacements to fill the void if Saile eventually does depart.
"The technical team has been assessing all the players currently in camp and they have come up with names and positions of the players they would like to sign and probably loan out and release. So, Saile is one of the names which has been proposed for a loan move at the moment. I think by the time the league starts and before the registration window closes they will have finalised everything. We are aware that Saile is set for a loan move," the Siya source stated.
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Further insights reveal that the team is considering players like Elias Mokwana and Fiston Mayele as direct replacements for Saile for the forthcoming season, according to a second insider.
"If you look at players like Elias Mokwana and Fiston Mayele, they are meant to be a direct replacement for Saile for the forthcoming season. So, that's what will also determine his loan move. As soon as they finalise those deals it will be clear and easier for them to loan out Saile. But they are also looking at whether Ashley Du Preez will leave for Portugal or not, then they can make the final decision," the second insider stated.
The 24-year-old striker joined Amakhosi from Zambian side Nchanga Rangers on a three-year contract, which expires in June 2026. Last season, he featured in 30 DStv Premiership league games, scoring four goals and providing two assists.
Soccer Laduma reached out to Chiefs for comment, but no response was received at the time of publishing.
