The potential acquisition of Ilias Mokwana by Kaizer Chiefs is viewed as a 'better late than never' situation. After many years of rumors about his move to Glamour Boys, the winger is apparently on the verge of transferring to Naturena as a free agent.
Recently, Mokwana terminated his contract with Espérance Tunis after completing his loan spell at the Saudi club Al Hazem. Moves to Tunisia and the Persian Gulf region were seen as opportunities for professional growth, especially considering he actively contacted Kaizer Chiefs during his time at Sekhukhune United.
Nevertheless, it appears he is finally joining Glamour Boy, as he is expected to sign a contract with the club. This transfer should be beneficial for both parties, as they may need each other.
Mokwana was previously highly rated in South African football and became an international player for the Bafana Bafana national team. He even featured in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations squad under former coach Hugo Bruus.
Given the changes in the Bafana Bafana coaching staff, where Pitso Mosimane took over leadership, Mokwana will aim to return to the national team.
Chiefs needs a player like him because they lack a footballer with the temperament for important matches, especially after failing to capitalize on chances in the Soweto Derby.
Although the supposed return to Chiefs was well received by fans on social media, both Chiefs and Mokwana must succeed in this partnership. There have been instances where Chiefs returned to sign players they had previously targeted, but these relationships did not end well for the club or its fans.
Ultimately, all attention will be focused on the 27-year-old winger, who must deliver results immediately. If he can replicate his best form and handle the heavy burden of the gold and black jersey, this long-awaited collaboration could spark a revival that Naturena so desires.
