Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has given an update on Langelihle Phili’s recovery, admitting that he’s likely going to be ready for the Carling Knockout Cup semi-finals.
The 21-year-old who joined Amakhosi at the start of the season, suffered an ankle injury in August and has been sidelined since.
Phili has played three matches across all competitions and scored one goal before his injury curtailed his progress at the club.
Speaking after the 2-1 win over Siwelele FC in the quarter-final of the league cup in Polokwane, Da Cruz said the youngster will start training with the rest of the group this week.
“Phili will start this week with the squad on the field, the football sessions,” said Da Cruz.
“He’s close to start to play competitions, maybe he will be ready for the semi-final, we don’t know.
“But we’ll work a lot with him during this FIFA break.”
Amakhosi booked a last four berth where they will take on Mamelodi Sundowns while the other semifinal will be battled between Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch.