Kaizer Chiefs’ pursuit of Steven Dese Mukwala has hit a potential snag, with Moroccan outfit RS Berkane now firmly in the race for the Ugandan striker’s signature.
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According to a report from Africafoot, Mukwala, who currently plays for Tanzanian giants Simba SC, is drawing growing interest from North Africa. A highly-placed source has confirmed that RS Berkane have submitted a $300,000 (approx. R5.6 million) bid for the player – a figure that may now set the benchmark for any club hoping to land the 24-year-old.
Mukwala has been one of the standout performers at Simba SC, scoring 12 goals and providing three assists in the current campaign. His form has not gone unnoticed in South Africa, where Kaizer Chiefs, under the guidance of head of recruitment Nasreddine Nabi, have been tracking the striker closely.
Sources indicate that Nabi recently met with Mukwala’s agent in Dar es Salaam, a clear signal of intent from the Soweto giants. However, insiders also suggest that Simba’s chairman is using Chiefs’ interest to drive up the player’s market value, particularly now that RS Berkane have entered the picture with a concrete offer.
Kaizer Chiefs, who are in the market for a proven goal scorer, see Mukwala as a potential solution to their ongoing issues in front of goal. But with RS Berkane's $300,000 (R5.6 million) offer on the table, Amakhosi will now need to decide whether they are willing to match – or better – the bid to secure the services of the prolific Ugandan.
As things stand, Mukwala remains under contract at Simba, and any move will likely require swift negotiations and a competitive financial package. Chiefs’ pursuit is far from over – but the race has undeniably become a lot more competitive.
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