Kaizer Chiefs are set to welcome Fernando Da Cruz as their new head coach, with the 54-year-old French tactician currently finalising his duties as Technical Director for the Moroccan Football Federation before making the move to Naturena. Da Cruz will officially take charge on 1 July 2026 after signing a two-year contract that includes an option for a further season, and he is expected to lead his first training session with the squad this week. The appointment marks a return to familiar territory for Da Cruz, who previously served as an assistant coach under Nasreddine Nabi during the 2024 pre-season at Chiefs before moving to the FRMF as a Technical Instructor.
Da Cruz arrives with a UEFA Pro Licence and a reputation for player development, having spent three separate spells at French giants Lille OSC where he helped nurture talents like Eden Hazard and Victor Osimhen. He made full control over his technical team a condition of his appointment,