The article discusses the potential of Benni McCarthy joining Kaizer Chiefs as their new head coach.The article discusses the potential of Benni McCarthy joining Kaizer Chiefs as their new head coach. McCarthy, who is currently an assistant coach at Manchester United, has previously expressed interest in taking over the Kaizer Chiefs job. However, his future at Old Trafford is currently uncertain, with Manchester United reportedly approaching Dutch legend Ruud van Nistelrooy to join Erik ten Hag’s backroom staff next season. If Nistelrooy accepts the job at Manchester United, it could open the door for McCarthy to join Kaizer Chiefs. The South African club has been searching for a new head coach since parting ways with Gavin Hunt in February 2023. The article also mentions that Kaizer Chiefs have been linked with Nasreddine Nabi, a Tunisian tactician, but former Chiefs coach Muhsin Ertugral has urged the club to consider Pitso Mosimane instead. Ertugral argues that Mosimane, who has won numerous trophies with Mamelodi Sundowns, has a better understanding of the South African League than Nabi. Overall, the article provides an overview of the potential candidates for the Kaizer Chiefs head coach position, with a focus on McCarthy’s situation at Manchester United.
Martin Moses
Updated on June 24, 2024 at 11:09 am
- Benni McCarthy, who previously warmed to the idea of taking the Kaizer Chiefs job, has reportedly not yet received a new offer from Manchester United
- Amakhosi could receive a boost in their search for a new head coach as McCarthy’s situation at Old Trafford remains unclear
- United have reportedly approached Dutch legend Ruud van Nistelrooy to join Erik ten Hag’s backroom staff next season
Kaizer Chiefs may as well continue to look to Benni McCarthy’s side to solve their coaching conundrum as his future at Manchester United looks uncertain.
The South African club continues to make headlines as they look for a new head coach who can help them regain their lost glory.
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The Amakhosi last won a major trophy in 2014, dismissing Molefi Ntseki after just thirteen games in the 2023/2024 season.
Benni McCarthy has been linked with the vacant coaching job at Kaizer Chiefs. Photo by Matthew Peters.
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What Benni McCarthy said about coaching Kazier Chiefs
McCarthy recently stated that he would consider taking over the Hot Seat from Glamor Boys, calling the club an “institution.” He said, according to Far Post:
“I think it’s safe to say that Kaizer Chiefs is an institution. Listen, it’s a great club that I’ve always had a lot of love for. If the opportunity comes along or something like that, obviously I’ll have to sit down and think about it. ” because, as I said, you don’t say no to institutions.”
The Kaizer Chiefs may have gotten a shot in the arm after that Fabrizio Romano reported that Man United wanted to bring in Ruud van Nistelrooy to join Erik ten Hag’s coaching staff next season.
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Having opted to retain Ten Hag as manager for next season, the Sir Jim Ratcliffe-led club are looking to restructure to challenge for more silverware next season.
How Benni McCarthy could still join Kaizer Chiefs
It is not yet known what position Nistelrooy will take at Old Trafford if he accepts the job, but considering he was a former striker, the news could spell doom for McCarthy.
The Bafana Bafana The legend is yet to be given a new contract, with his three-year contract expiring this summer.
He has been in charge of working with the club’s attackers. McCarthy is widely credited with Marcus Rashford’s form after the 2022 World Cup.
Should Nistelrooy take over from McCarthy, Kaizer Chiefs could be tempted to bring the 46-year-old back home. However, the deal is far from over as Burnley have also reportedly approached the Dutch icon with the offered role as head coach.
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The Kaizer Chiefs had to choose Mosimane over Nabi
Sports short also previously reported that Kaizer Chiefs were urged to employ Pitso Mosimane instead of Nasreddine Nabi.
The Tunisian has been linked with the PSL job for a few weeks now, but former Chiefs coach Muhsin Ertugral disagrees.
He argued that Mosimane already knows the South African League better than Nabi, who currently works in Morocco.
