Kaizer Chiefs could be the latest club to enter the race to sign highly-rated left-back Vuyo Letlapa, who has been impressive for Sekhukhune United in his debut top flight season, according to Siya sources.
The 21-year-old has already attracted interest from Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, as revealed by the Siya crew, making him one of the most sought-after young defenders in the PSL.
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Letlapa joined Sekhukhune last year from Jomo Cosmos, where he played in Mzansi's third-tier league.
Since his arrival, the defender has made significant strides, featuring in 14 of Sekhukhune's 19 league matches.
His performances have not gone unnoticed, with Chiefs now believed to be considering him as a potential solution to their ongoing left-back struggles.
Amakhosi have faced instability in the position following the departure of Thatayaone Ditlhokwe.
Bradley Cross has been the preferred choice, but his performances have drawn criticism, particularly after Chiefs' 4-1 loss to SuperSport United. Other options, including Happy Mashiane and the injury-prone Edmilson Dove, have failed to offer long-term stability.
While Chiefs have been looking at promoting 19-year-old Kabelo Nkgwesa from their Diski Challenge squad, Letlapa presents a more experienced option with immediate first-team potential.
Securing Letlapa's signature could bolster the Amakhosi defence and provide much-needed consistency.
With strong competition from Pirates and Sundowns, Chiefs will have to act swiftly if they are serious about landing Letlapa.
His arrival could mark a crucial step in addressing their defensive frailties and strengthening the squad for future campaigns.
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"But who wouldn't be interested in a top player like that? Vuyo is a quality player and a modern left-back that can defend, attack and invert. The fact that he won the Man of the Match award in his first start at this level against Richards Bay (in October) says a lot about his quality. This is the player that also had an opportunity to move overseas straight from the ABC Motsepe League under his former boss at (Jomo) Cosmos, Jomo Sono," said the source.
"No formal approach has been made yet (from Chiefs), but interest is being showed. A big move can't be ruled out for the end of the season for the boy in the same way that Asekho Tiwani did when he moved to Sundowns after his rapid progress at Sekhukhune," said the source.
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