The single sharpest fact in one or two punchy sentences. Who did what, where, when, and why it matters. Not a summary of everything — the one thing that makes someone stop scrolling. Manqoba Mngqithi, the 54-year-old coach of Young Africans, has revealed that Kaizer Chiefs tried to hire him on more than one occasion. The news comes after his recent unveiling by the Tanzanian giants.

Mngqithi spoke about the attempted hire during an interview with Thabiso Mosia on Radio 2000. He claimed that the talks never progressed because someone blocked it. The coach, known for his successful stint at Mamelodi Sundowns, has no hard feelings about the blocked deal.

The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach added that the interest from Chiefs was genuine. Kaizer Chiefs chairman Kaizer Motaung Snr., held cordial talks with Mngqithi, but the deal never reached fruition.

Mngqithi also revealed that Kaizer Chiefs wanted him before he joined Mamelodi Sundowns. He believes the club’s interest lasted for several years. However, he accepts that the move never happened.

The experienced coach said he has no regrets and is fully focused on his new job with Young Africans. Mngqithi attributed the blocked deal to negative opinions from certain people.

“Kaizer Chiefs did have interest in me. But someone blocked the move and I know who it is,” [Manqoba] said.

No one was available to comment from Kaizer Chiefs on the allegations of Mngqithi's statement.

Key Facts

  • Manqoba Mngqithi, coach of Young Africans, revealed that Kaizer Chiefs tried to hire him on more than one occasion.
  • The club held cordial talks with Mngqithi, but the deal never reached fruition due to a blocked move.
  • Kaizer Chiefs' interest in Mngqithi lasted for several years.
  • The experienced coach, Mngqithi, has no regrets about the blocked deal.
  • Kaizer Chiefs chairman Kaizer Motaung Snr. held talks with Mngqithi during the attempted hire.
  • Mngqithi claimed that negative opinions from certain people stopped the deal from progressing.

The experience of Manqoba Mngqithi highlights the complexities of football transfers. With multiple players and clubs involved, it can be challenging to navigate and resolve the interests of all parties involved.

Mngqithi’s career has been filled with notable stints at Mamelodi Sundowns and now Young Africans. His ability to attract interest from top clubs in South Africa underscores the value he brings to the football pitch.

However, despite his success in the world of football, Mngqithi’s experience with Kaizer Chiefs serves as a reminder that there is more to the sport than just the wins and losses on the field.