Why Amakhosi's transfer restraint is a masterstroke

IN A transfer window defined by noise, Kaizer Chiefs have chosen silence.

- SMISO MSOMI

And in South African football, silence is often mistaken for weakness.As rivals Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns dive headfirst into the January market, Amakhosi find themselves under familiar pressure -the expectation to react, to respond, to reassure a restless support base by unveiling new faces.

Yet, context matters. And Chiefs' restraint, for now, may be more strategic than it appears.

Pirates have moved decisively, adding Andre de Jong from Stellenbosch and bolstering their depth with Marumo Gallants duo Daniel Msendami and Mpho Chabatsane. Sundowns, meanwhile, have predictably dominated the headlines, prising Monnapule Saleng from Pirates and reinforcing with Colombian striker Brayan Leon and Bafana Bafana defender Khulumane Ndabame.

It is the kind of activity that naturally sharpens the spotlight on Naturena.