Percy Tau to Kaizer Chiefs? Tsepo Masilela weighs in

Percy Tau. Photo credit: Qatar SC

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Tsepo Masilela believes the Soweto giants should pursue Bafana Bafana attacker Percy Tau ahead of the new 2025/26 PSL season.

The Bafana star recently became a free agent after his short-term contract with Qatar Stars League side Qatar SC was not renewed.

Tau, who joined Qatar SC in January 2025 from Al Ahly, has indicated his openness to offers from any Betway Premiership club.

Masilela champions Tau as a "true professional" whose experience and goal-scoring ability could be instrumental in Chiefs' pursuit of reclaiming past glory.

He suggests that Tau's presence would provide valuable mentorship for younger players and elevate Chiefs' overall quality, helping them to compete more effectively with rivals like Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.

"You know, he [Percy Tau] is a true professional. In big teams, you also want to have a couple of guys who are experienced like him, and the younger boys can look up to them," Masilela told SoccerBeat.

He elaborated on Tau's potential impact, stating, "A team like Kaizer Chiefs needs the quality of Tau's calibre, to be honest, not just pace, but if they can also get a few players who will push them closer to competing with Mamelodi Sundowns. Orlando Pirates have been finishing second; it will push them closer in that bracket, in my opinion."

Masilela highlighted Tau's attacking prowess, particularly his goal contribution from the wing, which he sees as crucial in modern football. "He makes good runs. But at Chiefs, you would look at the goal contribution from the wingers because that also counts in modern games," he explained.

Drawing a comparison, Masilela added, "For example, Glody Lilepo scored six goals, having joined them halfway through the season.

"So, you can imagine if you have a winger like Percy who can provide that. I'm pretty sure he can get eight to 10 goals for Kaizer Chiefs if he plays regularly." He also noted Tau's versatility, suggesting he could be deployed both on the wing and upfront