Kaizer Chiefs attacker Khama Billiat is seemingly close to making a return to first-team action after a spell on the sidelines due to a long-term injury ahead of a DStv Premiership clash against Stellenbosch FC.
Billiat was spotted undergoing light individual training on Thursday as Amakhosi put in some of their final preparations for Saturday's upcoming DStv Premiership clash against Stellenbosch at FNB Stadium.
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'Gaucho' has endured a frustrating season with Amakhosi, plagued by injuries with just 11 appearances across all competitions, contributing three assists.
Billiat missed five games in the first round of the season due to a knee injury and has not featured at all for Chiefs in the second half of the campaign due to a groin injury.
Billiat last featured in a competitive match for Chiefs in October last year.
Kaizer Chiefs' warm-up before a training session in preparation for a #DStvPrem clash with Stelies on Saturday.
— Siya Ndlela (@siya_ndlela1) March 30, 2023
Khama Billiat with some light training - a return looks close ?? pic.twitter.com/tUzFKoSmwU
Along with Eric Mathoho and Cole Alexander, the attacker is understood to be one of several players headed for the exit door at Naturena with his contract running out at the end of June.
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At the age of 32 and with a poor record of injuries, the Amakhosi hierarchy are unlikely to offer Billiat a new contract, with the former Sundowns forward already being one of the club's highest earners.
However, Billiat could still look to fight for a place in the team as he edges closer to match-fitness.