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Middendorp admits Kotei needs time to adapt at Kaizer Chiefs

The Amakhosi coach has explained how Kotei is still behind in terms of his fitness but he is confident all the new signings will come good

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Ernst Middendorp has revealed why James Kotei is yet to make his debut for the club.

The Ghanaian midfielder joined Amakhosi before the start of the season, but Middendorp says he is still far behind in terms of match fitness.

Middendorp added that he will give Kotei a little bit of time to adapt to his new surroundings before unleashing him.

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"It is not unusual that players need a bit more time, and good, I’m very happy with their progress," Middendorp told the media.