Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that the club has agreed to mutually terminate the contracts of trio Hendrick Ekstein, Gustavo Paez and Khotso Malope.

Ekstein’s departure has been much publisised as he entered the final few months of his contact.

The diminutive midfielder has subsequently been in and out of Ernst Middendorp’s side as the contact talks have rolled in it the background.

The 28-year-old reportedly was looking for improved terms on the contract which was on offer.

Chiefs though have subsequently decided to let the player leave two months before the end of his contract.

Paez, who has rarely featured this season, has also been released two months before the end of his current deal.

Malope on the other hand has also had his contract ended at with immediate effect despite having more time on his contract than the other two.

Bhongolethu Jayiya has also been rumored to be close to the exit door but the club are yet to comment on his situation.