Eswatini winger Justice Figuareido is linked with a surprise switch from Chippa United to Tanzanian giants Young Africans.
The Sihlangu star is fresh off a remarkable 2025/26 campaign in South Africa’s Betway Premiership. His stellar performances have caught the eye of newly-appointed Young Africans Head Coach Manqoba Mngqithi, who is said to be a huge admirer of the Eswatini international from his coaching days at Golden Arrows.
Figuareido, alongside Richards Bay defender Thulani Gumede, is believed to be at the top of the coach’s transfer wishlist. The Times Sports Desk learnt that key parties involved in the deal met this past Saturday, July 11, 2026, to discuss the possible transfer.
For Eswatini football, a move to ‘Yanga’, who are one of the most successful and passionately supported clubs on the continent, would represent a massive milestone, further elevating the profile of local talent.
Despite the mounting speculation, the player stated he was yet to learn of the developments. Coach Mngqithi had not responded to messages sent to his phone at the time of compiling this report.
