Head coach Nasreddine Nabi has addressed questions over the possibility of Kaizer Chiefs signing a striker with the transfer window having closed on Firday.
The 24/25 transfer window having slammed shut on Friday, 20 September and all eyes were the traditional big three who are looking to make some last-minute changes to their squad for the season.
To their credit, Amakhosi have done most of their transfer business in welcoming seven new players tot the Kaizer Chiefs Village. However, The Glamour Boys are understood to have identified three roles as the primary objectives for the window and only two have been addressed.
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Chiefs identified the goalkeeping position, left-back position and striker role as areas in desperate need of new additions.
So far, Fiacre Ntwari has been signed to replace outgoing Itumeleng Khune, Bongani Sam and Bradley Cross have been recruited as well following the exit of Sfiso Hlanti.
That leaves the striker role still unaddressed with just several days remaining in the window. To their credit, Chiefs have held talks with Bafana Bafana duo Lebo Mothiba and Luther Sigh over a possible move. They also saw a bid for Fiston Mayele rejected by the Egyptian outfit.
Speaking to SABC Sport, Nabi said he would not rush the decision over a new striker. You know, the team still needs [additions] in some positions. We have made some good players in some positions but the level is very high. I want the level to be very high.
"In this moment I don't have a conviction for offensive players [that we have considered] in terms of quality but we will continue to look. It's better I take my time.
"If I feel pressure and I sign quickly because of pressure maybe I would lose my [preferred] choice. I understand the fans, me too (desire for a new striker).
"But I have a responsibility to my club, I respect my club and it's a big club, it's Kaizer Chiefs. It's not possible for any player to play for Kaizer Chiefs.
Nabi also reiterated his statement in his post-match press conference after a 2-1 win against Marumo Gallants.
"For myself, I haven't accepted any proposition for new players, I need to take my time because this is a big responsibility.
"I think all the new players that played today, congratulations to my committee and to the owner for giving me this possibility and this green card.
"I think we have very, very good new players."
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Chiefs are currently linked with a sensational swoop for Orlando Pirate striker Zakhele Lepasa while former club striker Samir Nurkovic has also become a free agent after parting ways with TS Galaxy.