Chiefs-linked striker inks new long term deal with Richards Bay

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By Khaya Ndubane

Digital Manager Phakaaathi


The striker has signed new improved long-term contract with the club.


A Kaizer Chiefs-linked striker has signed a new five-year contract with his current club Richards Bay FC.

Yanela Mbuthuma, who has reportedly attracted interest from Amakhosi after his impressive displays for the Natal Rich Boys, has penned a five-year deal with the club.

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Richards Bay announced this week that the centre forward, along with four other players, have signed new improved long-term contracts with the club.

“Richards Bay Football Club is excited to announce that the following players, namely: Thulani Gumede, Yanela Mbuthuma, Wandile Ngema, Thabisa Ndelu, Lindokuhle ‘Sphuzo’ Zikhali and Ntlonelo Bomelo, have agreed to sign new improved contracts with the club,” read the club statement.

“These players have signed another five (5) years with the club ending in 2030. The Club would further like to thank them for their dedication and wish them well.”

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After surviving relegation last season thought the playoffs, Richards Bay finished this season in a respectable eighth spot and will play Mamelodi Sundowns in next season’s MTN8.

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