Andile Jali joins The Chilli Boys

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Chippa United have announced the acquisition of former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns midfield Andile Jali.

The 34-year-old returns to domestic football after six-month hiatus. He has been a free agent since December when he left Moroka Swallows due to financial issues within the club.

According to SABC Sport, his case against The Dube Birds to be paid – and reinstated – was struck off the roll by the Premier Soccer League’s dispute committee.

This comes after he approached the Dispute Resolution Chamber [DRC] in an effort to try force the club to settle monies owed as well as confirm he can return to work for the remainder of the 2023/24 season. 

Andile Jali arrival after players exodus

The capturing of Jali’s signature comes a month after the team released a number of players such as Luvuyo Memela, Loydt Kazapua, Kamohelo Mahlatsi and Goodman Mosele who was on loan and returned to his club, the Buccaneers.

In a statement released on Thursday, the club said; “Chippa United FC is delighted to announce the signing of the prominent, Andile Jali, for the upcoming season.

“Born in Matatiele in the Eastern Cape, Jali left the province to pursue a successful career in both international and domestic football.

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— Chippa United FC (@ChippaUnitedFC) July 4, 2024

“He is finally returning to his home province, bringing his wealth of experience and skills to strengthen our squad. Welcome Back To The Eastern Cape Mhlekazi!”

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Jali who has won five Premier Soccer League titles with two different teams and spent four successful years in Belgium will bring much-needed experience to the Chilli Boys.

He returned to South Africa and signed for Sundowns, where he spent about six years.

He made 142 appearances in all competitions for the DStv Premiership champions.