Etiosa Ighodaro remains hopeful of a potential switch to Kaizer Chiefs, even as the chances of the move happening appear to be fading.
The Nigerian forward is still contracted to Mamelodi Sundowns, and while Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi has admitted the club would be ready to act if the “administrative issues” surrounding the player are resolved, time is running out in the current transfer window.
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With Amakhosi actively in the market for a new striker, Ighodaro’s name has consistently been linked to Naturena, especially after Nabi openly expressed his admiration for the player.
A Siya source close to the situation has indicated that the 24-year-old is keeping faith.
“For the boy, the most important thing is to play football, and an opportunity at a club like Chiefs keeps him hopeful,” the source explained.
“It would be a fantastic move for him at a club of that stature. Plus, the coach, Nabi, is a big admirer, so who wouldn’t be interested in an opportunity like that? We’ll have to wait and see what happens between now and the end of the transfer window,” added the informant.
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Chiefs recently announced the signing of Asanele Velebayi after a long wait, but a marquee striker is still on their wishlist.
Whether Ighodaro will be that man depends on whether Sundowns and the player’s camp can find a resolution before the window slams shut.
