Kaizer Chiefs odds
South AfricaFounded 1970| Player | Fee | From | To | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Jan 27, 2025 | |||
| €500,000 | Jan 27, 2025 | |||
| — | Oct 26, 2023 | |||
| — | Aug 18, 2022 |
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A comprehensive look at Kaizer Chiefs's transfer activity over the past decade.
Transfer Activity
How active has Kaizer Chiefs been in the transfer market over the past decade?
Kaizer Chiefs has been relatively quiet in the transfer market, completing 7 transfers over the past 4 seasons. This includes 4 incoming moves and 3 departures. The most active season was 2024/25 with 4 transactions, while 2022/23 saw just 1.
Transfer Spending
A breakdown of investment and sales revenue across each season.
Over the past decade, Kaizer Chiefs has invested a total of €500K in incoming transfers while recouping €0 from player sales. This results in a net spend of €500K, making the club a balanced in the market. The club's biggest spending season was 2024/25 with €500K invested.
Transfer Window Patterns
When does Kaizer Chiefs prefer to do their business?
Kaizer Chiefs is preferring to operate in the summer window. The summer window accounts for 71% of all transfer activity (5 moves), compared to 29% in January (2 moves). Summer spending totals €0 vs €500K in winter windows.
Net Spend Evolution
Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.
The cumulative net spend chart tracks Kaizer Chiefs's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative spend of €500K. The balance between spending and sales has remained relatively stable.
Positions Targeted
Which areas of the squad has Kaizer Chiefs invested in?
Kaizer Chiefs's recruitment has been heavily focused on attacker recruitment, with Attackers representing 50% of incoming transfers (2 signings). Defender arrivals account for another 25% (1 players).
Positions Sold From
Where has Kaizer Chiefs seen the most outgoing activity?
The club has seen most departures from Goalkeeper positions (33%, 1 players), followed by Defenders at 33% (1 players). While recruitment has focused on attackers, departures have predominantly been goalkeepers, indicating a deliberate shift in squad composition.
Biggest Signings
The most expensive players to arrive at Kaizer Chiefs.
The most significant investment was Makabi Lilepo for €500K, arriving from Valenciennes in 2025.. The total spent on these top signings represents 100% of all incoming transfer fees.
Fee Breakdown
How does Kaizer Chiefs's spending distribute across price brackets?
The majority of Kaizer Chiefs's incoming business (75%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.
Signing Age Profile
What age groups has Kaizer Chiefs targeted in recruitment?
Kaizer Chiefs has focused on 21-25 signings, with 50% of arrivals in this age bracket. This indicates a focus on prime-age players for immediate contribution.
Free Transfers
How much value has Kaizer Chiefs found in the free agent market?
Free transfers have accounted for 75% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Thabo Cele, Luke Fleurs, Bonfils-Caleb Bimenyimana. In total, Kaizer Chiefs has brought in 3 players without a transfer fee.
Loan Movements
How has Kaizer Chiefs utilized the loan market?
Kaizer Chiefs has utilized the loan market frequently in both directions, sending out 3 players and bringing in 3 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2024/25 with 3 moves.