Durban City are expected to announce Eric Tinkler for a second stint at the KwaZulu Natal giants.
According to journalist Sinethemba Makonco of iDiski Times, Tinkler is finalising a move to eThekwini. It follows a day after resigning from Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko.
ERIC TINKLER DUMPED ASANTE KOTOKO FOR HOME RETURN
The former Bafana Bafana midfielder spent only three months in Ghana. During that period, he guided Asante Kotoko to victory in the 2026 Democracy Cup. This past weekend he suffered a 2-0 defeat to Aduana Stars, his first league loss of the season.
Following his request to leave the club, Durban City moved quickly to secure his services. The Durban based side were searching for a new coach after parting ways with Tunisian tactician Khalil Ben Youssef.
Ben Youssef was dismissed after a difficult start to the 2026/27 campaign. Tinkler is expected to take charge immediately.
DURBAN CITY’S COACHING REVOLVING DOOR
The Citizens have gone through several coaching changes since securing promotion to the top flight..
Tinkler now inherits a club that has experienced significant changes on the technical bench while continuing to pursue domestic and continental ambitions.
The former Orlando Pirates and Cape Town City coach also brings extensive Betway Premiership experience, having previously worked with SuperSport United, Maritzburg United and Sekhukhune United.
His appointment would give Durban City another experienced South African coach as they look to establish greater stability on the technical bench.
The timing also gives Tinkler an opportunity to assess his squad during the international break before the Betway Premiership resumes.
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