The news of Kaizer Chief’s goal keeper Itumeleng Khune’s suspension from the team and captaincy withdrawal were announced recently following the goal keeper’s alleged arrival at practice under the influence of alcohol.
Itumeleng has been with Kaizer Chiefs since 2004 later making his debut for the country’s national team, Bafana Bafana in 2008.
The Naturena based team released a statement after an internal disciplinary process announcing it was temporarily releasing the 2013 sports star of the year award winner from his training duties and stripping him off his captaincy.
In a media statement released, the team shared:
“At the conclusion of the Club’s rigorous disciplinary processes last week, the committee has taken stern action and decided that Itumeleng Khune should be temporarily separated from the team until certain conditions have been fulfilled.”
“As a Club that upholds the highest levels of professionalism, in which discipline forms a key component, Kaizer Chiefs initiated an internal investigation after certain incidents involving Khune came to our attention. The investigation was essential in ensuring the proper functioning and unity within our team.”
The team also mentioned that they were providing the goal keeper with the help that he needed and will welcome him back once he has completed all the required programmes.
“As Kaizer Chiefs, we believe in applying corrective measures to achieve personal growth, and we are committed to providing the necessary support to Itumeleng during this period. Once he has completed the required programmes and met the set expectations, he will be welcomed back into the team.”
These news were also shared by the SABC news.
VIDEO | Kaizer Chiefs captain, Itumeleng Khune, has been suspended from the club’s activities and stripped of the captaincy. https://t.co/n2zDC8toXg pic.twitter.com/0rGbTZW8xz
— SABC News (@SABCNews) December 7, 2023
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