Kaizer Chiefs have secured the services of South African-born winger Ethan Chislett, who most recently played for English League One side Port Vale. The 26-year-old, originally from Durban, was a free agent and reportedly chose to join the Glamour Boys despite receiving offers from abroad, notably from Scottish Premiership side Motherwell and League One club Wigan Athletic.
Chislett, whose football journey began in the lower tiers of English football in 2016, also had a stint in Spain with Reus Reddis in Catalonia. His decision to return to South Africa aligns with both his professional ambitions and personal goals. According to FARPost, the playmaker has signed a two-year contract with Kaizer Chiefs, the 2025 Nedbank Cup champions, with an option to extend.
This move signals a significant step for Chislett, who expressed enthusiasm about returning to his home country. His technical skills and attacking flair are expected to strengthen the Chiefs' midfield options as the club looks to rebuild and compete more effectively in the upcoming season.
In other developments, Kaizer Chiefs are also considering Angolan striker Laurindo Dilson Aurelio as an attacking reinforcement. Though the 25-year-old forward had a quiet season in Serbia—scoring no goals and providing just one assist in 24 league appearances—he showed promise during a recent COSAFA Cup match for Angola against Bafana Bafana.
Meanwhile, Chiefs continue to prepare for the 2025-2026 season with a European pre-season tour set to begin on July 3. The team will travel to the Netherlands, a nation rich in football heritage, and wrap up the tour by July 19. Notably, midfielder George Matlou is included in the traveling squad, which came as a surprise to many fans. The club has also promoted four young talents to the senior squad, indicating a focus on youth development ahead of the new campaign
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