Charles Esther
Kaizer Chiefs may face the possibility of losing their captain Yusuf Maart if the club does not offer him a new contract.
The club currently holds a two-year option on Maart’s existing deal.
However, there has been no clear indication whether Kaizer Chiefs plan to renew the contract.
Reports from KickOff reveal that the club had until the end of May to activate the extension option.
Ultimately, they decided not to exercise this option within the deadline.
An experienced agent explained that if a club does not exercise such an option, the player becomes free to sign elsewhere.
Since Maart plays for a top club like Chiefs, the agent said the player might wait to see if the club will still approach him for renewal.
In this situation, Maart may hold off on other offers while waiting for Chiefs’ decision.
The agent added that no player wants to leave Kaizer Chiefs easily.
If Maart wants to stay, he will wait until the club officially tells him what their intentions are.
KickOff also reported that Maart remains on Kaizer Chiefs’ roster and could sign a new contract if an offer is made.
If Maart has not yet signed with another club, Chiefs still have a chance to keep him by making a suitable offer.
However, if he has already agreed to terms elsewhere, it may be too late for Chiefs to reclaim him after the May deadline.
Kaizer Chiefs recently celebrated winning their first trophy in ten years by defeating Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup final.
It was their captain, Yusuf Maart, who scored the winning goal in that match.
While fans have had mixed opinions about Maart’s overall career at Amakhosi, his decisive goal in the final made him a fan favorite.
This achievement has strengthened the case for Chiefs to retain their captain moving forward.
The club’s management now faces a critical decision about Maart’s future at the team.
Losing a captain who plays such a key role could impact team morale and performance.
Supporters are eager to see whether Kaizer Chiefs will offer Maart a new deal or let him move on.
Fans are encouraged to share their opinions on whether Chiefs should keep Yusuf Maart.
