KwaZulu-Natal’s Durban City FC have triggered a major squad overhaul ahead of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season, parting ways with nine players in a ruthless pre-season clear-out.
The club confirmed the mass exodus on Monday, 29 June 2026, via a press release as they began a squad overhaul.
This sweeping clear-out comes hot on the heels of the club appointing former Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef as their new head coach.
Ben Youssef takes over the reins at the club from Pitso Dladla, who guided the side to the 2026 Nedbank Cup title before recently jumping ship to join Golden Arrows.
With the new technical team at the helm, the club has moved swiftly to trim the squad, announcing both the end of loan agreements and permanent contract expirations.
THE NINE PLAYERS HEADING OUT OF DURBAN CITY FC
Among the departures, the Durban-based side confirmed that four players are returning to their parent clubs following the expiration of their loan deals. The loanees heading out are: Terrence Mashego [Mamelodi Sundowns], Taahir Goedeman [Cape Town City FC], Ronaldo Maarman [Sekhukhune United], Siphiwe Mahlangu [Sekhukhune United].
In addition, five more personnel are cutting ties with the club after their permanent contracts came to an end: Falakhe Tshanini, Odwa Nyulu, Joslin Kamatuka, Onele Rulwana, and Lindokuhle Chonco.
Durban City enjoyed a relatively stable campaign last term, finishing eighth on the Betway Premiership standings after collecting 39 points from their 30 league outings.
DURBAN CITY FC’S OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON MASS EXODUS
In closing the chapter on the departing contingent, the club released a brief statement thanking them for their services
“The Club would like to thank each player for their contribution during their time at Durban City FC and wishes them every success in their future endeavours,” the club stated.
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