The Chairman of Chippa United, Siviwe Chippa Mpengesi, has disclosed why they turned down offers for their Nigerian goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, despite interest from several clubs. Nwabali, who recently signed a three-year contract extension with the South African Premier League side, was reportedly targeted by both local and international teams. Among those teams was Kaizer Chiefs, a prominent club in South Africa, but talks with Chippa United fell through. According to Mpengesi, while they were open to the idea of letting Nwabali move, the terms proposed by interested clubs were not satisfactory.
One of the major points of contention, according to Mpengesi, was an offer from Amazulu, which he found particularly insulting. He described Amazulu's financial offer for Nwabali as a "peanut," emphasizing that it wasn't just about the money but also about showing respect for the player’s value. Mpengesi felt that Amazulu undervalued the Nigerian goalkeeper, and as a result, Chippa United refused to entertain their proposal. "It was never about the price; Amazulu offered peanuts, which was a disrespect to both the player and the club," he explained.
In contrast, Mpengesi revealed that negotiations with Kaizer Chiefs were more promising. Talks with Chiefs took place before the end of the season, and Chippa United were prepared to let Nwabali join the club at a reasonable price. However, the deal did not materialize, as Chiefs eventually opted to sign another goalkeeper. Mpengesi indicated that they had hoped Nwabali could join a bigger club to further his career, but ultimately, the Chiefs’ decision ended that possibility.
In the end, Nwabali's decision to remain with Chippa United seems to have been shaped by both the club’s valuation of him and their willingness to protect his interests. Mpengesi stressed that while financial terms are important, the respect and recognition of a player's value play an equally significant role in any transfer negotiations. Nwabali, for now, will continue his journey with Chippa United under the terms of his extended contract.
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