Ethan Brooks Returns to South Africa as Durban City FC Make Midfield Signing
AmaZulu FC midfielder Ethan Brooks has joined Durban City FC, marking his return to South African football. Brooks, a 24-year-old central midfielder, has signed with Durban City FC after spending a season with Greek club Panserraikos.
Brooks made the switch on 15 August 2026, bringing his experience in central midfield to the Betway Premiership. He had joined Panserraikos in September 2025, having been without a club after leaving AmaZulu FC earlier that year.
The Johannesburg-born player returns to a division where he has recorded 109 appearances, three goals, and two assists. His league record also includes 6,027 minutes of action, underlining his experience at domestic level before his move abroad.
What Happened?
Brooks began his senior club career with TS Galaxy FC in July 2019. He moved to AmaZulu FC three years later and remained there until July 2025, when his spell with the club ended. His move to Panserraikos followed his departure from AmaZulu, and he spent the 2025-26 campaign in Greece before securing a return to South African football.
Why it Matters for AmaZulu FC
Durban City's new midfielder has played 16 matches in Super League 1, registering one assist, while his domestic cup record includes seven Nedbank Cup appearances and three matches in both the Carling Knockout and MTN8. He also made two appearances in the Super League play-out.
What Comes Next?
At 1.75m, Brooks is listed primarily as a central midfielder and joins Durban City with a market value of €600,000. His highest recorded market value was €1m in 2025, before his move to Panserraikos. The transfer gives Brooks a return to the country of his birth after his year in Greece.
League standing: 5th in Premier Soccer League, 4 pts, 1W-1D-0L from 2 games, recent form DW. Goals this season: 2 scored, 1 conceded (+1 goal difference). Title race: 2 points behind leaders Kaizer Chiefs.
