Stellenbosch FC from the Cape Winelands announced the return of their former striker, Ashley du Preez, from Kaizer Chiefs on Tuesday afternoon.
The 29-year-old Du Preez from Idas Valley, Stellenbosch, left Stellies to join Amakhosi before the beginning of the 2022/23 season.
“Stellenbosch FC is delighted to announce the signing of Ashley du Preez on a permanent transfer from Kaizer Chiefs in a deal that sees the Idas Valley-born star return for a second spell at the club,” a Stellies statement read.
Du Preez started his professional career with Stellies in 2016 and made 98 appearances across all competitions during his six-year stint with the club.
“I always knew that I would come back to Stellenbosch. It’s great to be back where I grew up and at the club where it all started for me and to be part of the Stellenbosch family again,” Du Preez remarked.
“The community knows me well and has supported me since the start of my professional career, so being a local player and representing the club again is a huge honour and privilege for me. It’s an amazing feeling to be back.”
Stellies chief executive officer Rob Benadie said: “Ashley has always held a special relationship with this club and the Stellenbosch community, so we are incredibly excited to bring him home.
“He is also an exceptional footballer, who has consistently proven his quality in the Betway Premiership over a number of years and we believe he will add enormous value to our squad both on and off the field.”
Du Preez is expected to feature for the first time for Stellies this season when they face Polokwane City in the Betway Premiership match at the Seshego Stadium in Polokwane on Tuesday next week.
