Kaizer Chiefs secure loan deal for Khanyisa Mayo, son of club legend

KaizerChiefs new signing Khanyisa Mayo has arrived at Naturena.

Zuko Komisa

Kaizer Chiefs have officially announced the signing of South African striker Khanyisa Mayo, who joins the club on a one-year loan from Algerian side CR Belouizdad.

The move marks an emotional homecoming for the 27-year-old, as he follows in the footsteps of his father, club legend Patrick Mayo.

The striker’s arrival in Johannesburg was met with a warm reception from both fans and the media, who have been buzzing with excitement over the transfer.

Mayo is the club’s eleventh signing of the current transfer window, a clear indication of Chiefs’ intent to bolster their squad and compete for the Betway Premiership title.

Khanyisa Mayo Arrives at the Village

Welcome back to the Kaizer Chiefs Village! A lot has changed since you were last here with your dad. #Amakhosi4Life #AlwaysHome pic.twitter.com/jLNvzDrL1p

— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) September 12, 2025

The loan deal comes as a result of a shift in squad dynamics at his Algerian club, paving the way for his return to South Africa. The signing is being hailed as a perfect blend of family legacy and fresh talent, with supporters eager to see how Mayo will contribute to the team’s attacking options this season.

His father, Patrick Mayo, was a beloved figure at the club, and the pressure will be on Khanyisa to live up to his family name while helping the team achieve its championship ambitions. The move has generated widespread social media excitement among the Chiefs faithful, who are hopeful that this new addition will bring success to the struggling Soweto giants.