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As Nasreddine Nabi and Kaizer Chiefs new technical staff start to assemble their squad fans can expect big changes to playing personnel. Kaizer Chiefs will be announcing several player departures in the coming days and weeks. Interestingly, Nabi has given the names of the Chiefs players he plans to release. CHIEFS SIXTH AND SEVENTH EXITS […]

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