SV Ried assistant coach Moritz Kossmann has praised Jaedin Rhodes for the progress he has made since joining the Austrian club, saying the former Cape Town City FC winger has already become an important player in the team.

The 23-year-old joined the Austrian Bundesliga side in July 2026 after spending five years playing in South Africa with Cape Town City. His move to Europe represented an important step in his career, as he looked to develop his game and compete at a higher level.

Rhodes came through the development structures at Hellenic FC academy and Cape Town City before making the move abroad. When he arrived at SV Ried, he also found fellow South African Yusuf Maart already at the club, which provided him with a familiar face as he adjusted to a new football environment.

The Cape Town-born attacker has made 10 appearances across different competitions this season, recording four assists. Although he experienced an injury setback that kept him out for four to five weeks, he has managed to establish himself in the team.

Kossmann believes Rhodes has shown impressive maturity since arriving and has already made a positive contribution to the club.

“He came in and displayed from the get-go a good level of maturity. I think he has added value already,” Kossmann told FARPost.

The assistant coach also highlighted the winger contribution in both the Austrian Cup and league competitions, where he has provided important assists.

Kossmann explained that adjusting to a more demanding level of football can sometimes lead to injury problems, particularly when players are adapting to a new environment. However, he believes Rhodes has responded well and is now playing regularly.

The SV Ried coach also believes the former Cape Town City player has the potential to represent Bafana Bafana again in the future.

Rhodes has already earned three caps for South Africa after being part of the squad at the 2024 COSAFA Cup. His performances in Austria could help strengthen his chances of returning to the national team.

However, competition for attacking positions remains strong, with players such as Oswin Appollis, Relebohile Mofokeng, Tshepang Moremi, Tashreeq Matthews, Thapelo Maseko and Puso Dithejane all competing for opportunities.

Kossmann acknowledged the quality available to Bafana but believes Rhodes has the ability to challenge for a place if he continues developing in Europe.

The assistant coach is confident that the winger can take further steps in his career and eventually become a regular option for the national team.

For Rhodes, the immediate challenge will be to maintain his place at SV Ried, stay fit and continue producing performances that can attract the attention of Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane.

Source: FARPost