Huge update offered on future of Chiefs-linked Manqoba Mngqithi

For quite some time, it has been reported that Manqoba Mngqithi is in the final few months of his contract with Sundowns, and that a club like Chiefs could possibly pounce to try and snap up his services.

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The speculation arose after a coaching shake-up earlier this season at Sundowns, which led to speculation that Mngqithi may look for a new challenge after speculation suggested he had effectively been ‘demoted’.

Yet, the agent of the popular coach has now told SABC Sport that he will not be leaving Sundowns at the end of the 2022/23 season. 

“I’ve said this before, Manqoba is contracted to Mamelodi Sundowns until 30 June 2024, so he has another season at the club,” said Mike Makaab.

“He is happy at Sundowns, and unless there is a change of heart. As it stands, Manqoba will be with Mamelodi Sundowns in the new season.”

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Mngqithi has regularly been linked to Chiefs

Makaab also stated that there had been no negotiations opened with a team like Chiefs that could be looking to bolster their coaching ranks.

“No, there’s been absolutely no formal approach. There’s been many reports circulating, and I don’t have to tell you where there’s smoke there’s probably fire,” he added.

“But, from our side, and I can only talk to you as Manqoba’s representative, he’s an incredibly professional person, softly spoken. If there is anything to be said, I can assure you that Manqoba and I will meet first and then we will go forward from that point onwards.

“Honestly, as it stands right now Manqoba is contracted to Sundowns until 30 June next year and he has full intentions of honouring his contract.” 

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