Junior Tchamadeu: ‘I’m proud to extend Stoke City contract’

Cameroon international Junior Tchamadeu has extended his contract with Stoke City FC for two additional years, stating that he is “proud” to have put pen to paper on a new deal at the English Championship club.

The 22-year-old right-back penned a new deal that will keep him at the bet365 Stadium until the summer of 2028. extract-html.com

Having joined Stoke City from Colchester United three years ago, Tchamadeu has featured 87 times, missing just one of City’s first 21 Championship fixtures during the 2025/26 campaign.

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The Potters’ Sporting Director, Jonathan Walters, gave rave reviews regarding Tchamadeu’s contribution.

Junior Tchamadeu played four games at the last AFCON

“Junior showed, especially during the first half of last season, that he can have a significant impact on the team,” Sporting Director Jonathan Walters explained.

“His campaign was affected by an injury on international duty, and a brief setback prior to his return in the final two matches, so it’s crucial we work closely with him to ensure he is available for a more sustained period next year.

“We all want to see players with the attributes that Junior brings to the team. With his energy and pace, he has the potential to develop into one of the most dynamic attacking full-backs in the Championship and beyond.

“As a full international with Cameroon, and given the number of games he has played at just 22, we are looking forward to seeing him realise his ambitions with us at Stoke City.”

The contract extension comes as a boost for Tchamadeu, who sustained a knee injury while on international duty with the Indomitable Lions at the last Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

He was further ruled out for five of City’s six fixtures in April following another injury picked up at Preston North End.

He played four games and scored one goal as the five-time African champions exited the 2025 AFCON at the quarter-final stage after losing 2-0 to the hosts, Morocco.

Junior Tchamadeu expressed confidence in helping Stoke reach dizzying heights.

“I am proud to sign a new deal at Stoke City,” he explained. I feel like I have grown as a player since I joined the club, and it feels like the right step for me to extend my stay here. I enjoy my relationship with the fans and the environment at the club. I just want to enjoy my football, give 100% in every game and every training session, and I feel like this is the best place to do that.

“The supporters have been great with me since I first arrived. Last season wasn’t easy and we understand their frustrations, but I know they’ve shown me and the boys a lot of love, and it’s that love and faith that I want to repay.

“I have that opportunity now to show my gratitude and show everyone what I am capable of. I think I have done that a little bit, but I know I have a lot more to give.”

Born in England, Junior Tchamadeu has made eight appearances and scored one goal since being called up by Rigobert Song in 2023.

Junior Tchamadeu clocked 26 games, scoring one goal, as Stoke City finished 17th on 55 points from 46 games last term.

Here is your latest round-up of Kaizer Chiefs news and rumours.

Kaizer Chiefs are guarenteed to finish the 2025/26 Betway Premiership in third place. This means that Amakhosi management have a tough decision to make over their current head coaches – Cedric Kaze and Ben Youssef.

Interestingly, an ex-Mamelodi Sundowns coach and Pitso Mosimane continues to be linked with the club. Similarly, a couple of outbound Orlando Pirates players names have come up as potential signings ahead of the up-and-coming PSL transfer window.

BIG DECISION TO BE MADE ON KAZE AND YOUSSEF

As mentioned, Amakhosi management have a big decision to make. On a positive note, Kaze and Youssef led Kaizer Chiefs to third place this season, therefore ensuring that Amakhosi qualify for next season’s CAF Confederation Cup. That is a substantial improvement from last season’s 10th-place finish under Nasreddine Nabi.

However, the pair failed to win any silverware this season. Given the rich history and stature of the club, they are expected to win trophies every season. However, it was Nabi who broke a 10-year trophy drought when they won the Nedbank Cup last season. That was not enough to save his job as the Tunisian was sacked at the end of the season.

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MANQOBA MNGQITHI TO COACH KAIZER CHIEFS?

As things stand, Amakhosi management are reportedly leaning towards keeping Kaze and Youssef as assistant coaches, with former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mnqithi the front-runner to take charge of the Glamour Boys next season.

Innocent Mkhize, a Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates insider has supported these claims.

“Based on reliable information, those two coaches are staying,” Innocent Mkhize said on X.

“The plan at Kaizer Chiefs is to add one senior figure to the technical team, with Manqoba Mngqithi currently top of the list,” he added.

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PITSO MOSIMANE REALITY REMAINS THE SAME FOR AMAKHOSI

The reality is that Pitso Mosimane is available and he is open to joining Kaizer Chiefs. However, they have still not approached ‘Jingles’ as yet.

So, the powerful prospect of Mosimane joining the club remains a possibility. However, to turn this possibility into probability, Amakhosi management must table an offer for Mosimane. It will be interesting to see what they decide to do at the end of the season.

ORLANDO PIRATES TARGETS KAIZER CHIEFS COULD – AND SHOULD – SIGN

Outbound striker, Tshegofatso Mabaso and skilful midfielder Kabelo Dlamini both present strong potential signings for Kaizer Chiefs from Orlando Pirates next season.

Mabasa, who is currently on loan with Stellenbosch FC, is not keen to return to the Bucs with his contract set to expire at the end of the season. Kaizer Chiefs, AmaZulu and African giant Al Ahly have all been linked with an interest in the Orlando Pirates attacker.

Meanwhile, Dlamini will need to leave the Bucs in order to revive his Bafana Bafana career. This opens the door to a potential offer from Kaizer Chiefs. Although, it must be noted this is a potential prospect and there has been no interest shown by Amakhosi as yet.

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WHO SHOULD COACH KAIZER CHIEFS NEXT SEASON? SHOULD THEY SIGN ANY ORLANDO PIRATES STARS?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

Following the news of Asenathi Ntlabakanye’s 18-month ban for doping, the Lions will look to find a new first-choice tighthead prop, starting this weekend when they clash with Munster in a big United Rugby Championship match in Limerick on Saturday (8.45pm).

Ntlabakanye learned his fate on Thursday and if he doesn’t win an appeal, if he chooses that path, he will be eligible to play again only in November next year.

The Lions have a few No 3 options, but will bank on Sebastian Lombard to do the business this weekend, as he steps into the Lions team for Ntlabakanye.

Ivan van Rooyen’s team will know what they need to do against Munster before kick-off on Saturday because if some results go their way Friday and earlier in the day on Saturday they may already be secured of their top eight finish.

However, if things go against them, they might have to beat Munster to qualify for the quarter-finals.

There are a few other changes in the Lions team that lost to Leinster last week. Etienne Oosthuizen is out this week, replaced by Darrien Landsberg, while Batho Hlekani comes into the starting team in place of the injured Ruan Venter.

There is also a change at the back with Kelly Mpeku getting a run on the wing in place of Erich Cronje.

‘Shootout’

Captain Francke Horn said the Lions were fired up to secure their place among the top eight.

“Our goal has always been to make the top eight,” said Horn.

“If we win this weekend we do that, so it’s basically as straightforward as that. A win makes sure we’re in the top eight – then you don’t have to worry about who plays where and who has to lose that spot.”

Horn further emphasised the enormity of Saturday’s clash with tactics to get the better of the former URC champions.

“We already have our plans for Munster and how we want to force our game onto them,” he said. “It’s a straight shootout. Munster are also going to be desperate – they need a win. So it’s going to be a massive game.”

There are also a few newcomers on the bench this weekend, namely RF Schoeman, Ruan Delport, Siba Qoma and Haashim Pead.

Lions: Quan Horn, Kelly Mpeku, Henco van Wyk, Richard Kriel, Angelo Davids, Chris Smith, Morne van den Berg, Francke Horn (capt), Batho Hlekani, Siba Mahashe, Darrien Landsberg, Reinhard Nothnagel, Sebastian Lombard, PJ Botha, SJ Kotze. Bench: Morne Brandon, Eddie Davids, RF Schoeman, Ruan Delport, Siba Qoma, JC Pretorius, Haashim Pead, Rynhardt Jonker

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 15, 2026 – Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has revealed that the historic Talanta Sports City Stadium will be ready for use by the end of July this year.

The CS says the architectural wonder is 91 per cent ready and the contractor is simply sprucing up and tying up on a few loose ends, here and there.

“It’s at 91 percent completion. This is one of the facilities that will be very key for Africa Cup of Nations and therefore the team from CAF have also been here. About two to three months we should be having the complete pitch. Otherwise all the other auxiliary works are ongoing,” Mvurya revealed.

Mvurya further revealed the government has incorporated all the recommended changes by the Confederation of Africa Football (Caf).

The turf at the 60,000-seater stadium is also taking shape, with the CS revealing that seeds to bring forth a lush, green grass have already been planted.

“There are requirements that they had recommended and we are happy that those requirements have been incorporated in the entire construction schedule and therefore the main stadium going forward we’ve already seen they have started doing the pitch, they have planted the seeds for the grass and now we are giving it time,” the CS said.

Unofficially known as the Raila Odinga International Stadium, Talanta will be the core hosting venue for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) as far as Kenya is concerned.

Situated along the Ngong Road, the stadium – specifically dedicated to football and rugby – will host the continental showpiece, alongside the Kasarani Stadium, in Kenya.

Fears have in the recent past grown over the snail’s pace of works at the facility, coupled with suspicions that it has gobbled up excessive public funds – in comparison to its peers across the world.

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En Centrafrique, l’éboulement du chantier minier artisanal de Bé-Mbari, situé à environ 250 kilomètres de Bouar, dans la préfecture de la Nana-Mambéré, au nord-ouest du pays, aurait fait une soixantaine de morts et plusieurs dizaines de blessés. Ce site se trouve près de la frontière avec le Cameroun. Le drame s’est produit il y a une semaine et les recherches se poursuivent encore. Dans cette mine, considérée comme l’une des plus dangereuses du pays, les artisans travaillent dans des conditions extrêmement précaires et l’exploitation échappe largement au contrôle de l’État.