Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that the club has parted ways with assistant coach John Paintsil by mutual consent, with immediate effect.

Amakhosi head coach Steve Komphela appointed Paintsil as the club’s assistant coach two years ago, having previously worked with the Ghanaian at former club Maritzburg United.

The clubs released the following statement:

‘Kaizer Chiefs and John Paintsil have come to an agreement to terminate his contract as the assistant coach of the Club with effect from 6 June 2017. His contract was due to expire in June 2018.

‘Both parties have signed a separation agreement, the terms of which are confidential.

‘The club thanks John for his contribution and wish him well for his future endeavours.’