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Chiefs complete Ighodaro and Baartman signings

Adekunle OwolabiAugust 19, 20251 Mins read1

Soweto– Kaizer Chiefs have officially added two new forwards to their squad for the 2025/26 season, confirming the signings of Etiosa Ighodaro and 19-year-old Luke Baartman.

Ighodaro, 24, joins Chiefs from Mamelodi Sundowns, having previously spent time on loan at University of Pretoria, Chippa United, SuperSport United, and AmaZulu. He will wear the number 50 jersey and is expected to strengthen the team’s attacking options.

Ighodaro Joins Kaizer Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs have acquired the services of another striker, Etiosa Ighodaro.

We would like to welcome him to the Kaizer Chiefs Family!https://t.co/ektYRGC8H2 #WelcomeIghodaro #Amakhosi4Life pic.twitter.com/nTDHvMdbKT
— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) August 19, 2025

Baartman, a former Cape Town Spurs player and South African junior international, was confirmed as Chiefs’ ninth signing of the season. Both players’ arrivals come after the Premier Soccer League Disciplinary Committee declared Baartman a free agent, clearing the way for the transfer.

Chiefs sporting director Kaizer Motaung Jnr welcomed the duo.

Luke Baartman is a Khosi

Kaizer Chiefs are pleased to confirm the signing of another forward, Luke Baartman, making him the Club’s ninth signing of the 2025/26 season.

The 19-year-old junior international joins Amakhosi from Cape Town Spurs.#WelcomeBaartman #Amakhosi4Life pic.twitter.com/pS9uA6WrE1
— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) August 19, 2025

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Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi is a journalist, political analyst, and digital strategist with experience across Africa and the Middle East. He focuses on international diplomacy, promotes digital inclusion, and advocates for a borderless Africa.

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