Is this why Bafana Bafana vice captain Percy Tau refused Kaizer Chiefs? Crazy amount Qatar SC are paying former Al Ahly star

Since July, Egyptian giants Al Ahly have been desperately trying to cut Percy Tau loose.

The Bafana Bafana vice-captain had spent four years with the Red Devils, winning 12 trophies in the process.

However, coach Marcel Koller was not keen on having the 30-year-old beyond this season.

When Tau expressed his desire to leave Al Ahly, many teams were interested in his services.

Wydad Athletic Club coach Rhulani Mokwena wished to have the 30-year-old. There were rumours that even Orlando Pirates contemplated having him.

However, Kaizer Chiefs made contact but the Lion of Judah was not keen on making the Naturena move.

On Monday night, relegation-threatened Qatar SC confirmed the signing of Tau.

"At Al Ahly, his annual salary was approximately R23 million, translating to around R1.9 million per month," Zimoja Lezinto reported.

"The Mpumalanga-born left-footed star's new contract with Qatar SC will see him earn a monthly salary of R16.8 million a month."

Tau signed an initial six-month contract with an option to extend it by a year if The Kings win their relegation battle.

If Tau rediscovers his form, coach Hugo Broos might consider him for the forthcoming 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers.