Transfer boost for Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates as Stellenbosch defender Basadien avails himself for big move - 'That will always be a dream'

Stellenbosch FC left-back Fawaaz Basadien has been linked with Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates.

The 28-year-old has opened up on his desire to make a big move, although he says he is currently focusing on his job at the Maroons.

“I don’t know, I’m not sure [where I'd be playing next season],” Basadien said as per FARPost.

“I think for me that’s one of my strong points [ability to remain grounded] because my career hasn’t been easy.

“I’ve learnt in the hard times and now being at the highest [level], so I’ve experienced a lot of lows.  For me, it was to remain grounded and know that my contract is here at Stellenbosch. I’m playing for Stellenbosch and just focusing on what I can control. That was the main thing," added the Bafana Bafana defender.

“Definitely, as a player, for your career, that will always be a dream [securing a move to a big club].

“For me personally, I’d like to achieve that as well.  But for now, my main focus is to help Stellenbosch get to the [CAF Confederation Cup] final and hopefully win the trophy and play until the end of the season.”

The fact that Basadien now receives regular Bafana Bafana call-ups spruces up his profile on the transfer market.

Chiefs are likely to go for him as they seek to have him step in for Bongani Sam, who proved to be a transfer flop, while Bradley Cross has not been a consistent performer.

At Pirates, he might be needed as a long-term replacement for Captain Innocent Maela, who has been struggling for game time.

Basadien continues to gain experience on the continent as he focuses on Caf Confederation Cup duty with Stellenbosch.

The Cape Winelands side hosts Simba SC in a semi-final, second leg match at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Sunday.