Kaizer Chiefs Confirm Two New Signings - SA Internationals added

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Last updated: 04 Sep 2024

John Eastwood 04 Sep 2024

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Njabulo Blom returns to Kaizer Chiefs on loan from St. Louis City.
Loan valid until June with an option for a permanent transfer.
Kaizer Chiefs activate the R3 million release clause for left-back Bradley Cross.

Njabulo Blom has returned to Kaizer Chiefs on loan ahead of the new Betway Premiership season (Getty Images).

Blom Returns on Loan

Defensive midfielder Njabulo Blom has rejoined Kaizer Chiefs on loan. The development product Major League Soccer club St. Louis City after some off-field discipline issues.
Blom Returns on Loan
Cross Release Clause Activated
Nasreddine Nabi Endorses Blom Arrival

The deal is a loan until June with an option for Amakhosi to acquire his services permanently. Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung had the following to say:

“We are excited to welcome Njabulo back to the team. His experience in the MLS and his familiarity with our club ethos make him a valuable addition to our squad.

“We look forward to seeing his impact on the field because we know how valuable he is to our game model.”

Cross Release Clause Activated

The addition of Blom on loan comes on the same day as Chiefs triggered the R 3million release clause of Golden Arrows left back, Bradley Cross.

The former Newcastle United youth prospect was also previously on the books of Bundesliga side Schalke 04’s Under-19. He spent two seasons at Arrows and made the provisional Bafana Bafana squad for the Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year.

Cross told the Amakhosi website: “I am honoured to be part of such a prestigious Club. I am ready to give my best and help Kaizer Chiefs achieve their goals and objectives.”

Nasreddine Nabi Endorses Blom Arrival

Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi expressed his approval at the return of Njabulo Blom to the Naturena-based club. Speaking at the launch of the new season, the Tunisian coach said:

“I’m very happy for Njabulo, ex-player, he is a boy from the family. I’m sure he has a big personality and big quality. You need to use him correctly.

“I will continue to work together with the committee, with my staff and scouting to look for the best players for the club.”

Blom will compete with Yusuf Maart, Edson Castillo, Sibongiseni Mthethwa and Samkelo Zwane for a place in central midfield.