Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are set to clash in the transfer market, with their sights on Lamontville Golden Arrows’ talented midfielder, Ayabulela Maxwele. This is according to a report by iDiski Times’ Sinethemba Makonco, which can be found at
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Transfer Tussle
Maxwele, 25, has been a key player for Arrows, making 23 appearances for the team. He joined Abafana Bes’thende as a free agent from Royal AM in 2025, after the team was expelled from the Premier Soccer League.
With the June transfer window approaching, both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are monitoring Maxwele’s progress, following his impressive performances for Arrows this season. As reported, “With the June transfer window fast approaching, both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are understandably monitoring Ayabulela Maxwele after his impressive performances for Lamontville Golden Arrows this season.”
Player Profile
Ayabulela Maxwele, born in Mthatha, Eastern Cape on 28 June 2000, started his football career at Mamelodi Sundowns. He later played for Maritzburg United, Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila, and Royal AM. Maxwele is known for his unique playing style, operating as a half central midfielder and half inverted winger, with high intensity and relentless running.
Maxwele has also played six cup games in the Carling Knockout and Nedbank Cup, scoring three goals and making one assist. His skills on the field, including his ability to drive past defenders at speed, make him a valuable asset to any team.
The Battle for Maxwele’s Signature
As the transfer window approaches, it will be interesting to see which team will win the race for Maxwele’s signature. Both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are eager to sign the talented midfielder, but only time will tell who will be successful.
