‘All I can do is take my kans’

Fawaaz Basadien’s star is shining bright on the local football front and it’s no wonder then that things are starting to happen for the 27-year-old leftback.

Called up to the Bafana Bafana squad for this week’s African Cup of Nations qualifier against Uganda on Friday, the Stellenbosch yster has been linked with a move to Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs for the longest time.

Of the Chiefs link, Basadien says: “I can only control what I can control. Obviously I’m contracted to Stellenbosch and all I can do is put on good performances week in and week out…

“I’m there to do a job, nevermind what’s going on in the media.

“Obviously it’s good to be linked with a club like Kaizer Chiefs [and have them] interested in you, but I’m contracted at Stellenbosch and my focus is there.”

Of being called up to the Bafana squad, the uncapped Basadien adds: “It’s an honour and a privilege to represent your country, growing up as a footballer you always want to represent your country and fortunately for me I’ve put in some good performances and the coach selected me.

“All I can do now is take my chance and make the most of it.”

Daily Voice