Kaizer Chiefs reach agreement with Richards Bay over Mduduzi Mdantsane

Mdantsane, who joined Chiefs from Cape Town City at the start of last season, has yet to feature fo the Soweto side this season, with the Natal Roch Boyz offering him some valuable game-time until June.

The 30-year-old had started the campaign with an injury, but recovered towards the end of 2024, and was unable to work his way into coach Nasreddine Nabi's plans until now.

"Kaizer Chiefs have agreed to a loan deal that sees midfielder Mduduzi Mdantsane join KwaZulu-Natal side, Richards Bay, for the remainder of the 2024/25 season," read a statement on the club's website.

"We wish ‘Mdu’ all the best as he embarks on this new chapter in his career. His journey at Natal Rich Boyz is sure to be an exciting one, and we look forward to his return to the Amakhosi family, ready to make a mark in the team."

The arrival of former SA junior international Thabo Cele has seen 'Mdu' fall further down the central midfield pecking order in Naturena, where the likes of Sibongiseni 'Ox' Mthethwa, Yusuf Maart, Mfundo Vilakazi and George Matlou have been dominating in recent times.

Bay, who languish in 14th position – just five points off the relefation zone – after 16 matches, will see Mdantsane's arrival as a timely boost as coach Ronnie Gabriel looks to avoid the dreaded axe after taking over the team from Brandon Truter in November.

The diminutive attacker will also be looking to regain the form that sparked Chiefs' interest in his services while at The Citizens, where he rose to prominence during the four years following his move from Baroka FC.

The Glamour Boys are back in Betway Premiership action this evening when they visit Stellenbosch FC at Athlone Stadium – kick-off at 19:30.

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