Kaizer Chiefs part ways with co-coaches Kaze and Ben Youssef

Kaizer Chiefs have officially parted ways with co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef following the expiration of their contracts, bringing an end to their tenure at the club despite guiding the team to a top-three finish.

The decision signals a new direction for the Soweto giants as preparations begin for the upcoming campaign, with the club now expected to appoint a new head coach to lead the side.

Kaze and Ben Youssef oversaw a competitive season in which Chiefs managed to secure a place among the league’s top three, a performance that strengthened their standing among supporters and revived hopes of sustained progress at the club. Their efforts helped stabilise the team and maintain consistency during a demanding campaign.

However, despite achieving one of the club’s key objectives, Chiefs have opted against extending the contracts of the coaching pair, choosing instead to pursue a fresh technical vision ahead of the new season.

The move is expected to trigger speculation over who will take charge of the Glamour Boys next season, with management likely to prioritise a coach capable of building on the foundation established and challenging for major honours.

The departure of Kaze and Ben Youssef marks another significant chapter in Chiefs’ ongoing rebuilding process as the club seeks to return to the summit of South African football.

An official announcement regarding the appointment of a new head coach is anticipated in the coming weeks as pre-season planning intensifies.