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Zimbabwean football giants, Dynamos have moved swiftly to appoint former Highlanders coach Kelvin Kaindu as their new head coach, following the dramatic suspension of Saul Chaminuka.

The club confirmed Kaindu’s imminent arrival amidst a turbulent period marked by poor results and internal strife.

Chaminuka’s tenure at the helm of the Glamour Boys has been abruptly halted.

Dynamos management announced his suspension on Thursday, pending formal dismissal proceedings.

The club cited a combination of “persistently poor results” and allegations of “serious insubordination” as the grounds for their drastic action.

This move comes after a string of disappointing performances that have seen Dynamos slip down the Castle Lager Premiership table, intensifying pressure on the technical team.

Kaindu, the Zambian tactician who was surprisingly sacked by arch-rivals Highlanders, is poised for a sensational and controversial return to the Zimbabwean top flight.

His appointment represents a significant coup for Dynamos and a bold statement of intent.

Club sources confirmed that Kaindu has agreed terms and will be officially unveiled.

The 49-year-old coach is no stranger to Zimbabwean football, having previously enjoyed a successful stint with Highlanders.

Known for his structured approach and emphasis on attacking football, Kaindu brings significant experience and a proven track record to the Dynamos dugout.

His appointment, however, is sure to send shockwaves through the league, particularly in Bulawayo.

Crossing the fierce Dynamos-Highlanders divide is a rare and often contentious move.

While Kaindu will be focused on reviving Dynamos’ fortunes, his presence on the touchline wearing blue is likely to evoke strong reactions from the Bosso faithful.

Kaindu faces an immediate baptism of fire.

His first assignment in charge will be a daunting trip to Bulawayo this Sunday, where Dynamos face Chicken Inn at Barbourfields Stadium.

The irony of his debut being at Highlanders’ home ground, just weeks after his departure, adds a significant layer of narrative to the high-stakes encounter. Chicken Inn, traditionally strong at home, will provide a stern test for Kaindu’s new-look Dynamos.

The speed of Dynamos’ decision underscores the urgency the club feels in turning their season around.

With Chaminuka suspended and facing dismissal, the leadership opted for an experienced hand familiar with the pressures and demands of coaching one of Zimbabwe’s biggest clubs.

Kaindu’s immediate task will be to stabilize the ship, address the reported disciplinary issues, and quickly improve results to push Dynamos back into contention for silverware.

All eyes will be on Barbourfields this Sunday as the Kaindu era at Dynamos begins under uniquely pressurized circumstances.