South African coach Rhulani Mokwena linked with vacant Young African job

South African coach Rhulani Mokwena has emerged as one of the strong candidates for the vacant Young Africans coaching job.

The Tanzanian champions are currently without a substantive trainer following the departure of Miloud Hamdi after an impressive spell at the club.

The Algerian tactician, who arrived from Singida Black Stars, guided the team to both the Premier League and Federation Cup titles before signing a contract with Egyptian outfit Ismaily.

According to reports, Young African are in the final stages of negotiations to appoint a new head coach ahead of the 2025/26 football campaign.

With the name of the new coach being under wrap, Rhulani Mokwena and ASEC Mimosas gaffer Julien Chevalier are said to be the two strong candidates for the job.

Mokwena, who is the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Wydad Casablanca coach is currently available and enjoys a strong relationship with Young Africans president Hersi Said.

Julien Chevalier, currently working with Ivorian club ASEC Mimosas, is also mentioned as a contender.

As head coach of Sundowns, Mokwena won three league titles, the inaugural African Football League, and the Nedbank Cup.