Kaizer Chiefs icon Itumeleng Khune might have shot himself within the foot by venturing into enterprise with betting firm Top Bet.

Just final week, Khune announced that he had bought shares at Top Bet, and that he will be serving as their ambassador.

The enterprise transfer was applauded by many however it might have critical penalties if Khune nonetheless desires to be a part of Chiefs.

Khune spent 25 years as a junior and senior workforce participant at Chiefs, and last season marked his final year with the club.

In June 2023, Chiefs mentioned in a press release that Khune, 37, could be welcomed to remain in a non-playing place if he wished.

However, the legendary goalkeeper was simply not able to retire – and in September, Jessica Motaung confirmed ongoing talks with Khune.

Those talks, although, haven’t yielded something concrete, and Khune has since ventured into enterprise.

It is value noting that Khune is but to publicly reveal whether or not or not he goals to retire from skilled soccer any time quickly.

HOW KHUNE MAY HAVE COST HIMSELF THE KAIZER CHIEFS JOB

Now, the door open for Khune’s return to Naturena both as a participant or non-player my have been shut final week.

And that’s as a result of Chiefs are sponsored by SuperSportBet who’re a direct competitors to Khune’s Top Bet firm.

Now, ought to Chiefs resolve to re-hire Khune in no matter capability, there would undoubtedly be a battle of curiosity.

Furthermore, FIFA rules prohibit gamers, coaches, membership officers, referees and brokers from being related to betting firms.

This is to safeguard the integrity of the sport as a lot as doable, and Khune’s affiliation with Top Bet guidelines him out of any job at Chiefs or every other membership.

WHAT SHOULD THE BAFANA BAFANA LEGEND DO NOW?

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