Kaizer Chiefs aren’t convinced by one of their fan favourites this season. They could ship him out at the end of the season.
Blom set for a return to the USA
25-year-old midfielder Njabulo Blom was expected to make a big splash in 2024-2025. However, his return to the club on loan from the USA has been underwhelming. Nasreddine Nabi has mostly used him as a substitute and often out of position at right back.
“He was expected to lead the team with his experience and understanding of the environment,” a source told FARPost. “However, Blom has disappointed since his return from the MLS, struggling to knuckle down a starting place in Xoach Nabi’s team.”
“The club is not convinced just yet by his performances and will require him to step up in the remaining games of the season. He still has a chance to prove himself in the remaining games to earn a contract extension,” the source added.
The race for an MTN8 place is not looking good for Kaizer Chiefs
Meanwhile, another trophyless season beckons. The club even faces an uphill battle to qualify for next season’s MTN8. Chippa and Golden Arrows both pose a serious threat to their ambitions of a top-eight finish; Amakhosi have 30 points after 24 games. The Chilli Boys are just a point adrift and have two gams in hand, while Arrows are only two points behind Chiefs and they have three games in hand on the Glamour Boys.
How many points will Chiefs collect?
Chiefs can only pick up a maximum of 18 points in the remainder of the campaign. However, if we go by their average points per game (PPG tally) of 1.25 so far, they’ll only get 7.5 more points this season. Let’s be generous and call it 8. We believe that won’t be enough to secure a place in next season’s MTN8. An imminent trip to Chippa on Saturday 19 April could be make or break.
Should Blom leave?
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