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Has in-form Khanyisa Mayo issued a come-and-get-me plea to Kaizer Chiefs ahead of January transfer window? - CR Belouizdad striker reveals promise he made to his father - 'I wish I could finish what you have started, to go play for Amakhosi'

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  • Mayo shines for CR Belouizdad in Algeria
  • Dreams of completing father's legacy at Chiefs
  • Focus on Caf Champions League success
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    WHAT HAPPENED?

    Khanyisa Mayo is settling in well at Algerian side CR Belouizdad.

    The lefty scored his first Caf Champions League goal against Orlando Pirates, making a statement in continental competition.

    His first Algerian Ligue 1 goal followed shortly against ASO Chlef, showing his adaptation to a new league.

    Mayo has played eight league games, growing in confidence with every match.

    Before his move to Algeria, he was on the brink of joining Kaizer Chiefs, a club close to his heart.

    The former SA youth international shared a heartfelt wish to complete what his father started at the Soweto giants.

    His performances in North Africa are fueled by a desire to honor his father’s legacy.

    Mayo’s growing impact signals a promising chapter in his career.

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    WHAT MAYO SAID

    “It was close… I was coming back from training and my agent called me saying that there’s a team that wants you now, and to leave as in tomorrow,” Mayo said as reported by iDiski Times.

    “So, I was like, ‘Let me think about it, give me a few minutes, I’ll think about it’. But I also wanted a challenge.

    “I wanted to challenge myself. I said okay, this is an opportunity to go out of South Africa, to get a better opportunity, and also the history of the club — playing CAF Champions League, and they were in the second round of the Champions League," he continued.

    “I told myself I wanted to play in the Champions League and I got the opportunity to play in the Champions League. It’s a dream come true. It’s not easy to qualify for the Champions League.

    “And… after we’ve submitted the documents and then an hour later, Chiefs came knocking interested in me. And they were willing to meet the asking demands of Mr [John] Comitis," he added.

    “Unfortunately, I had signed the contract and sent it back to Belouizdad. But, yeah, it makes me proud.

    “I said to my father once I wish I could finish what you have started, to go play for Kaizer Chiefs.”

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Khanyisa Mayo aims to continue scoring goals consistently.

    Excelling in the Caf Champions League remains a top priority for him.

    By raising his profile, he hopes to catch the attention of Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos.

    His ambition is to cement a spot in the national team setup.

    Every match is a chance for him to show his quality on a bigger stage.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR MAYO?

    CR Belouizdad faces Ivorian side Stade d’Abidjan in their next Caf Champions League clash.

    A victory is crucial after starting their continental campaign with a loss.

    Mayo will look to build on his recent form and be decisive in front of goal.

    The Algerian giants will rely on him to step up in this key fixture.

    It’s another opportunity for Mayo to make an impact on African football’s biggest stage

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