Bern is the third Spurs player to challenge his contract after the club's relegation to the ABC Motsepe Regional League.
His former teammates, Asanele Velebayi and Luke Baartman, won similar cases earlier this year when the DRC declared them free agents.
PSL regulations state that a player's contract automatically lapses when a club drops to the amateur divisions. Spurs, however, continue to argue that their contracted players cannot move without transfer fees being paid.
Despite winning their cases, Velebayi and Baartman remain sidelined, as Spurs appealed the rulings to the South African Football Association (SAFA) Appeals Board. Their moves to Kaizer Chiefs are therefore still pending.
Bern, who was signed by AmaZulu during the off-season, is in the same position. Usuthu president Sandile Zungu has confirmed the club has not yet registered him with the PSL and is waiting for clarity from the DRC.
If the chamber rules in Bern's favour, Spurs still have the option to appeal, potentially dragging the matter out further and delaying his AmaZulu debut.
Sekhukhune United coach Eric Tinkler has shifted the spotlight onto referee Cedric Muvhali following his side's controversial 1-1 draw against AmaZulu in the Betway Premiership at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday night.
Golden Arrows produced a spirited comeback to edge Magesi FC 2–1 in their Betway Premiership clash on Wednesday night.
Golden Arrows welcome Magesi FC in a Betway Premiership clash that could shape both clubs' early-season ambitions. Arrows, guided by coach Manqoba, have endured a mixed start.
AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane has praised goalkeeper Darren Johnson for his seamless adaptation to life at Usuthu, describing the 28-year-old as a vital boost for the club's goalkeeping department.
