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Takudzwa Chitsiga-Sports Reporter
ZIMBABWE international goalkeeper, Donovan Bernard looks set to join DStv Premiership side, SuperSport United during the January transfer window despite extending his contract at Chicken Inn recently.
The 28-year-old has been a consistent performer on the domestic scene and had already attracted interests from local heavyweights, including CAF Confederation Cup representatives Dynamos. Bernard recently signed a two-year contract extension with Bulawayo-based Castle Lager Premiership side Chicken Inn who have brought back seasoned mentor Joey “Mafero” Antipas as their head coach.
Speaking to Zimpapers Sports yesterday, Bernard’s manager, Gibson Mahachi confirmed moves by SuperSport United.
“Yes, there are inquiries but at the moment everything is still premature. In the meantime, I can confirm that we extended his contract with Chicken Inn after it lapsed at the end of last season.
“We have had some inquiries about him from the South African Premiership club SuperSport United but we are still to come to a tangible conclusion.
“We are hopeful that everything will go on well and we will get a positive response. He is still a Chicken Inn player but they will not rule out any move abroad for the player,” said Mahachi.
Meanwhile, one of CAPS United’s assistant coaches Fungai Tostao Kwashi is reported to be on his way to join Chicken Inn.
According to a source close to the developments, recalled Chicken Inn head coach Antipas has identified Kwashi as one of his assistant coaches for the upcoming 2024 Castle Lager Premiership season. While there has not been official communication, Kwashi is understood to be interested in joining the Bulawayo side as one of Antipas lieutenants.
Chicken Inn said they will soon be announcing their new signings and the technical team for the 2024 season.
When contacted by Zimpapers Sports yesterday, Kwashi could neither confirm nor deny that he was leaving CAPS United to join Chicken Inn.
“It is only hearsay and there is nothing like that. It is just pub talk and you know when it’s off-season there is a lot of speculation and it is part of that. But you know in football anything can happen but I haven’t communicated with the team,” said Kwashi.
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