Dwight Yorke in talks for Kaizer Chiefs managerial position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:10 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Dwight Yorke, former Manchester United striker, is reportedly in discussions with South African club Kaizer Chiefs regarding their vacant managerial role. After being dismissed from his position at Macarthur Bulls in January 2023 and leaving his national team, Trinidad and Tobago, earlier this year, Yorke seeks another opportunity. He has gained attention for improving team fitness and fan engagement with Trinidad and Tobago. While Kaizer Chiefs' ex-assistant Fernando Da Cruz remains a strong candidate, discussions with Yorke suggest that he is also under consideration.
- •Yorke had a successful playing career, scoring 65 goals for Manchester United.
- •He managed Macarthur Bulls before his national team role.
- •Trinidad and Tobago failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- •Kaizer Chiefs are looking for a new manager following a recent vacancy.
- •Yorke's prior work has been praised for team fitness and fan relations.
- 7:10 AMYahoo Sports — Dwight Yorke: Former Man United striker in frame for new coaching job
"Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke could be on the cusp of landing his next managerial role.Man United careerAfter spending nine successful seasons at Aston Villa, Yorke moved to Old Traffo...
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