Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are both interested in Cape Town City’s player.

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are both interested in Cape Town City’s player.

The Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are in a fierce battle to sign Cape Town City star, one of the most sought-after players.

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates poised to battle for Cape Town City player Keanu Cupido.

One of the most intriguing center backs in South African football right now is Cupido. Cupido is renowned for his ability to assess the game and accurately neutralize threats. His poise and vision also enable him to launch assaults from the back with deft passing. He has already made 13 appearances this season across all competitions, demonstrating how invaluable he is to Cape Town City thanks to these attributes.

Hugo Broos, the head coach of Bafana Bafana, has blatantly ignored Cupido despite his steady play over the previous three seasons.The 26-year-old has two senior team caps, including one from the 2024 COSAFA Cup, and has played for South Africa at the U17 level.Fans and commentators were perplexed, nevertheless, when he was left off of the preliminary selections for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The Chiefs’ defensive problems necessitate quick intervention.

Kaizer Chiefs’ defensive troubles are well documented, with the team conceding 12 goals in just eight matches this season. Nasreddine Nabi, the team’s new coach, has highlighted the importance of defensive consistency in order to efficiently carry out his game plan. Cupido’s ability to defend firmly while also contributing to attacks makes him an ideal match for the Chiefs as they look to rebuild their backline and win again. Pirates aim to dominate on all fronts.

Conversely, the Orlando Pirates are succeeding under coach Jose Riveiro, but they are aware that they need more players. Depth is essential as they aim for both domestic trophies and the CAF Champions League. Cupido’s skill set complements Riveiro’s appealing, fast-paced style of play flawlessly. A player of his caliber could strengthen their team and help them maintain their goals in a variety of contests.

Contract twist: What could influence Cupido’s next move

An insider claims that the Pirates and Chiefs are keeping a careful eye on Cupido’s condition. The Cape Town City team is in a strong negotiation position because his contract expires in June 2026.

“Chiefs and Pirates are monitoring Cupido’s situation at City,” the source revealed

“After this season, he’ll have one year left. John [Comitis] won’t let him leave cheaply. We saw how he handled Khanyisa Mayo’s situation. Comitis prefers selling to overseas clubs but, with the right offer, anything can happen.”

For both teams to sign Cupido, they must take decisive action and pay Cape Town City’s asking price. In addition to resolving Chiefs’ defensive problems, his possible transfer could further cement Pirates’ aspirations for supremacy. With the stakes this high, the war for Keanu Cupid promises to be one of the most exciting transfer sagas in South African sport.