Percy Tau Reportedly Opts for Europe Over Kaizer Chiefs Amid Amakhosi Links

• Legendary South African forward, Percy Tau, has reportedly turned down the chance to join Kaizer Chiefs this summer
• The 30-year-old Al Ahly star enjoyed success at Mamelodi Sundowns, winning the Premier Soccer League title twice
• Tau, who still has one season left on his Al Ahly contract which expires in June 2025, has been linked with a move away

Kaizer Chiefs' hopes of signing Percy Tau this summer have been dealt a huge blow as reports suggest the legendary South African forward wants a move elsewhere.

The 30-year-old has been strongly linked with a return to the DStv Premier League, with the Amakhosi keen to add his experience to their squad next season.

According to The South African, Tau is eyeing a move to Europe instead, should he leave Al Ahly this summer, and will not be interested in joining Kaizer Chiefs no matter the offer being tabled.

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The Soweto giants are expected to announce the appointment of Nasreddine Nabi in the coming days as they begin preparations for the 2024/25 season following a disappointing campaign last term.

Nabi will be tasked with improving Kaizer Chiefs' attacking set-up after none of their forwards reached double figures last season. Top scorer, Ashley du Preez, finished the season with six goals.

Al Ahly unwilling to sell Tau

Meanwhile, Al Ahly is not interested in selling Tau and informed the 30-year-old player that he remains part of their plans amid links with a return to South Africa, KingFut reports.

The former Mamelodi Sundowns forward preferred a return to Europe with Middle Eastern clubs also expressing interest in his services when the 2024 summer transfer window officially opens.

Tau has featured in eight of Al Ahly's 18 Egyptian Premier League matches this season, scoring five goals in the process.

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Tau to Kaizer Chiefs still possible

Sports Brief also previously reported that Kaizer Chiefs could sign Percy Tau from Egyptian giants, Al Ahly, this summer.

The Soweto giants are active in the transfer market, looking for elite players to complement a new coach joining this summer.

Al Ahly reportedly asked the South African international to take a 50% pay reduction to stay at the club beyond this summer.