Former Bafana Bafana and Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune has been suspended by the club and stripped of the captaincy armband. This comes after reports that Khune showed up for the team's training sessions showing signs of someone under the influence of alcohol.
GOING FOR TRAINING DRUNK
Khune was ordered to undergo tests and the results of the tests reportedly confirmed that he was indeed drunk which led to him being sent home. A statement released today, said: "At the conclusion of the club's rigorous disciplinary processes last week, the committee has taken stern action and decided that Itumeleng Khune should be temporarily separated from the team until certain conditions have been fulfilled. As a club that upholds the highest levels of professionalism in which discipline forms a key component, Kaizer Chiefs initiated an internal investigation after certain incidents involving Khune came to our attention," The club said the investigation was important in ensuring the proper functioning and unity within Amakhosi. "During his absence, Khune will be expected to attend and actively participate in certain programmes designed to support his personal growth and development with support from the club," the statement read. The club added that the programmes are specifically aimed at helping Khune address challenges and issues he is facing.
STRIPPED OF HIS CAPTAINCY
Amakhosi further stripped Khune of his captaincy armband. "As Kaizer Chiefs, we believe in applying corrective measures to achieve personal growth and we are committed to providing the necessary support to Itumeleng during this period. Once he has completed the required programmes and met the set expectations, he will be welcomed back into the team." Kaizer Chiefs assured their supporters that they remain committed to their core values of discipline, integrity, respect and unity. "We appreciate the unwavering support of our loyal supporters and encourage them to stand together with us as we navigate through this challenging phase," read the statement.
