Agent speaks out on Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates target Daniel Msendami impressing in debut PSL season with Marumo Gallants – 'We haven’t been approached to really discuss it'

The two Soweto giants, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, are preparing to strengthen their squads for the 2025-26 season and have turned their attention to Marumo Gallants' in-form attacker, Daniel Msendami.

The Zimbabwean has impressed in his debut top-flight season, featuring in 24 matches and contributing three goals.

His most recent strike came in a crucial clash against Chiefs, sinking Amakhosi and pushing Gallants further up the table.

His agent, Tshepo More, addressed the growing speculation surrounding his client, revealing that nothing concrete has been put on paper.

“It’s just been phone calls,” he said, emphasising that there’s no official offer yet.

More further advised Msendami to stay focused on his current club and not get distracted by transfer talk.

Until something formal is presented, the player is expected to remain committed to Gallants.

“I always say this to Daniel: what we call an offer is something that is on paper. Once it is in black and white, then we call it an offer. But if you just receive calls saying we want this player, that’s not an offer. So, have I received calls? Yes, I have received calls from abroad, clubs in the PSL, and North Africa,” More said as reported by FARPost.

“I think we are going through a phase similar to what we experienced last season when he was still at Jwaneng Galaxy. You know, we had a lot of offers, and some of them may have been from big clubs. So, people questioned why we chose Marumo Gallants.

“We went for Marumo Gallants at that time so that Daniel could showcase his talent. We appreciate that the club is giving him that platform, and we also thank the chairman [Abram Sello] for believing in Daniel.”

“I see people talking about it. You can look; they say it is Orlando Pirates, and then they say it is Chiefs. It’s all over the place,” he added.

“But for me, what I can confirm is just that they are talking about it. We haven’t been approached to really discuss it. With that being said, it is just for us to sit down with Marumo Gallants as well, if there were talks with the chairman, and we will come after that.”

Chiefs are locked in a fierce battle to secure a top-eight finish and qualify for next season’s MTN8.

Ironically, the very player who dented their hopes — Msendami — is now reportedly on their radar.

Chiefs have struggled with consistency and creativity in front of goal all season, a concern coach Nasreddine Nabi has openly acknowledged.

Bringing in a lively and impactful forward like Msendami could provide the spark they've been missing.

The Zimbabwean attacker fits the profile of the type of player the Glamour Boys are desperately in need of.

Next up for Chiefs is a high-stakes Soweto Derby against rivals Orlando Pirates, who are also said to be interested in Msendami.

The Amakhosi will be eager to settle the score after their previous defeat in the derby.

With both clubs scouting the same target, this clash carries extra weight on and off the pitch.