"The fact that he came before me adds a bit of pressure, but it's something I grew up with, so I'm used to it," he said.

The former Cape Town City striker is eager to contribute immediately and make an impact for the Chiefs faithful.

"My aim is for the fans to have a wonderful season with me involved in the team," Mayo added.

"You can expect my best efforts to score goals for the team and work hard to help the club deliver success for our amazing supporters, creating unforgettable memories. Amakhosi 4 Life!"

Mayo's arrival is expected to bolster the club's attacking options as Chiefs pursue glory across domestic competitions.

Fans are excited to see the forward bring his pace, finishing ability, and flair to the pitch, while Mayo himself is focused on honoring his family's legacy and building his own.

With a season full of promise ahead, Khanyisa Mayo is determined to prove he has what it takes to shine at one of South Africa's most historic clubs while leaving his mark for future generations.

The new Amakhosi striker might make his debut for the club when they take on Sekhukhune United at FNB Stadium on Tuesday.

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Chiefs bolstered their ranks with several new signings during the off-season, but that has created fierce competition for places, leaving some players struggling for game time.

Defender Happy Mashiane and striker Tashreeq Morris are among those who could be loaned out or sold in the coming weeks, with the striker having already been pursued by Durban City FC.

Speaking to the media, the Chiefs coach acknowledged that the club's current squad is too large to manage effectively.

"It is true the squad is big. The technical staff and management, through the sporting director Kaizer Jnr, are working on options to offload some players in the squad," said Nabi at Naturena on Monday.

"We want to give possibilities to players who have not had enough playing time, especially young players who need PSL experience.

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