Chiefs appoint Hutting as technical advisor

Cape Town - Kaizer Chiefs announced the appointment of Robert Hutting as the club’s Technical Advisor to the senior and youth academy teams.

According to the club’s official website, Hutting holds a UEFA Pro licence from the Dutch National boards.

In his playing days, Hutting was a midfielder and striker for clubs in Holland and Belgium.

After retiring from the game hutting went on to coach several clubs in Belgium, Holland and Germany.

Hutting’s will play an advisory role and help with the coordination of the two technical teams, working with coach Steve Komphela and his counterparts in the youth development.

“I am honoured to be here and will serve the club with pride,” Hutting said.

“This is a special day for me. I have been following Kaizer Chiefs and South African football for a while and looking forward to working with coach Steve and the rest of the coaches here at Kaizer Chiefs.”

Hutting comes with great football and man-management experience.

“I believe my competence, qualities and experience will contribute to the improvement of the club,” he concludes.

Hutting will be with Kaizer Chiefs until the end of the current season, with the view of extending his stay with the Glamour Boys.

Coach Steve Komphela, who was part of the process of bringing Hutting to Chiefs welcomed Hutting to the club.

“A hearty welcome to Rob and we look forward to his cooperation and contribution to Kaizer Chiefs.”