Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly held talks with former Manchester United and Aston Villa striker Dwight Yorke over the club’s vacant head coach position, according to a Sky Sports live broadcast on June 15, 2026. The development adds another layer of intrigue to Amakhosi’s search for a permanent manager ahead of the 2026/27 season, following strong prior reports that French-Portuguese coach Fernando Da Cruz had completed his move to the Soweto giants. Unconfirmed rumours even suggest Yorke could be targeted for an assistant role under Da Cruz. While the club has indicated an announcement on the technical team will follow in due course, no official confirmation has emerged from Naturena, leaving supporters to weigh a growing list of candidates.
Yorke, a Trinidad and Tobago legend, transitioned into coaching after retiring in 2009, first assisting his national team during World Cup qualifying and later earning his FIFA Level B badge. He took his first senior managerial role with Australian side Macarthur FC in May 2022, delivering immediate success by guiding