A Kaizer Chiefs bombshell has just dropped as Nasreddine Nabi is targeted by African giants amid coaching storm. Could the Amakhosi boss be heading home sooner than expected? Let’s find out.
Chiefs head coach may be under pressure in his first season with the club, but his stock remains high across the African continent. According to a report by Soccer Laduma, Tunisian giants Esperance de Tunis are showing serious interest in acquiring the seasoned tactician, and they’re not alone.
Multiple clubs have been keeping tabs on Nabi, especially with Chiefs’ inconsistent performance in the current campaign. But Esperance’s interest stands out — not just because of their stature, but because of the emotional pull of coaching in his homeland.
“You remember when the coach once said he had teams which were offering him three times what he is getting at Chiefs? And that with him it wasn’t about the money?” a source revealed.
“Yes, one of those teams is Esperance. That time they were looking for a coach and even now it’s believed that they are still interested in him.”
Esperance ready to pounce but Nabi loyal
Despite the growing interest from abroad, Nabi is staying put — for now. The Tunisian manager signed a three-year deal with Chiefs at the start of the season and has made it clear that he intends to honour that contract.
“If he was not committed I believe he could have gone by now,” the source close to Naturena said.
“It’s frustrating for him to see the team perform the way they are currently doing… but he has committed himself to the club.”
This level of commitment is rare in modern football and speaks volumes about Nabi’s character. However, the door is not completely closed. Should Chiefs decide to part ways, Nabi’s next destination might very well be a top-tier African side.
Chiefs’ on-field struggles fuel speculation
The speculation surrounding Nabi’s future is driven in part by Kaizer Chiefs’ underwhelming league campaign. Under his leadership, the team has managed:
- 8 wins
- 6 draws
- 10 losses
That puts Amakhosi in 8th place on the Betway Premiership table, sitting on just 30 points after 24 matches. It’s a far cry from the title-chasing expectations that come with a club of Chiefs’ stature.
All eyes on the Nedbank Cup semi-final
The pressure is about to intensify. Chiefs are preparing for a massive clash in the Nedbank Cup semi-final against Mamelodi Sundowns, the current league leaders. The match is scheduled for Sunday, April 13 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, and it could define the rest of the season for Nabi and his team.
A win could revive belief in his long-term project. A loss, on the other hand, might accelerate talks behind the scenes — and open the door for Esperance to make their move.
Right now, Nasreddine Nabi remains focused on the task at hand. He’s determined to turn things around at Chiefs, and he’s not walking away from the challenge. But interest from clubs like Esperance de Tunis won’t go away — especially if the situation at Naturena continues to spiral.
Whether he stays or goes, Nabi’s name will stay relevant in African football circles. And Chiefs fans will be watching closely — hoping the next chapter includes silverware, not farewells.
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