Durban City FC eye permanent coach as Khalil Ben Youssef emerges as top

Durban City FC are on the hunt for a permanent coach, with Khalil Ben Youssef emerging as a top contender. The Tunisian tactician has gained experience in South African football and is seen as the right man to build on the club's foundations.

Durban City FC's search for a permanent coach heats up

What makes Ben Youssef the right fit for Durban City FC?

Ben Youssef has been linked with the job after impressing the club's hierarchy with his tactical acumen and understanding of the league's demands. His experience at Kaizer Chiefs, where he served as co-coach alongside Cedric Kaze, has given him a deep understanding of the South African football landscape.

What's next for Durban City FC?

The club is keen on finalising a permanent appointment as they prepare for the next chapter of their project. With Ben Youssef emerging as a top contender, the club's management is understood to believe that appointing a permanent head coach is a key step towards achieving further progress.

Durban City FC's historic debut season

Durban City FC enjoyed a stellar first campaign back in the top flight, securing a top-eight finish and lifting the Nedbank Cup. This remarkable success was largely achieved under the guidance of Simo Dladla, who took charge on an interim basis and helped steer the team through a memorable campaign.

League standing: 7th in Premier Soccer League, 0 pts, 0W-0D-1L from 1 games, recent form L. Goals this season: 0 scored, 1 conceded (-1 goal difference). Title race: 3 points behind leaders Kaizer Chiefs.

The club's plans indicated that while no agreement has been finalised at this stage, Ben Youssef remains firmly in the frame for the position. "It's not finalised yet, but it's a strong possibility. The club is looking at a few things, but he is one of the candidates," the source told Soccer Laduma.

Building on a historic debut season

The upcoming appointment is crucial for Durban City to ensure that last season was not merely a flash in the pan. The club exceeded expectations in its first season back in the PSL, securing a top-eight finish and lifting the Nedbank Cup. This remarkable success was largely achieved under the guidance of Simo Dladla, who took charge on an interim basis and helped steer the team through a memorable campaign.