Mike Makaab offers insight into the struggles of South Africa's leading strikers

Makaab, who represents AmaZulu forward Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya, says every transfer comes with different circumstances, particularly when clubs and players have contrasting expectations.

"I don't think so, I think it depends on each individual case. I don't think it's all related to strikers, but we all know that throughout the world there is a demand for goal-scorers," Makaab told KickOff.

His comments come as Ngwenya enjoys a sensational start to the 2026/27 season, having scored ten goals in his first ten appearances across all competitions.

However, the striker's form has also brought renewed attention to other Premier Soccer League forwards who have struggled to secure career-defining moves despite impressive scoring records.

Golden Arrows forward Junior Dion finished last season as the Betway Premiership's leading scorer with 14 goals but is yet to secure a move to a bigger club despite reported interest.

Mwape Musonda, Rodney Ramagalela and Katlego Mashego have also experienced similar challenges, while Tshegofatso Mabasa moved to Moroccan side MAS Fes at a time when he was not a regular starter.

Makaab explained that transfer negotiations involve three parties whose expectations do not always align.

"If there is a club interested, there is always going to be three parties involved: the buying club that values the player at a certain level, the selling club that values the player at a certain level, and the player himself who is looking for a deal that will improve his career," he explained.

The experienced agent believes patience and timing are ultimately essential to getting deals over the line.

"These deals, I believe, get done at the right time," he concluded.