Orlando Pirates announced that promising winger Gomolemo Khoto and versatile defender Siyabonga Ndlozi have completed permanent transfers to Babina Noko.
The right-back Tshepho Mashiloane will return to the Limpopo club on a season-long loan after enjoying an impressive spell there last season.
ORLANDO PIRATES CONFIRM THREE PLAYER MOVES
Khoto leaves the Buccaneers as one of the club’s most exciting academy graduates in recent years. The 22-year-old developed through the club’s renowned youth structures before catching the eye in the DStv Diski Challenge with his fearless attacking play and cultured left foot.
Seeking regular senior football, Khoto joined Orbit College on loan in 2023. He continued his development in the Motsepe Foundation Championship before helping the club earn promotion to the Betway Premiership last term.
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His performances earned praise for his ability to decide matches in the final third, with some coaches even comparing his style to Monnapule Saleng. That steady progress has now earned him a permanent move to Sekhukhune United.
NDLOZI EARNS PERMANENT BETWAY PREMIERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Ndlozi also departs permanently after building a reputation as a dependable defender capable of playing anywhere across the back four, although right-back remains his strongest position.
The 23-year-old arrived at Pirates from Golden Arrows’ development structures and enjoyed a memorable first-team debut against Egyptian giants Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League.
Loan spells with Orbit College and Magesi FC allowed him to gain valuable Premiership experience, with his consistent defensive displays making him an attractive option for Sekhukhune ahead of the new campaign.
MASHILOANE RETURNS AFTER IMPRESSIVE LOAN SPELL
Meanwhile, Mashiloane will continue his stay at Sekhukhune after reviving his career during last season’s loan spell. The 24-year-old made 19 appearances, played more than 1,300 minutes and contributed two goals and two assists from right-back.
With fierce competition for places at Orlando Pirates, another season at Sekhukhune offers Mashiloane the perfect opportunity to continue his impressive development while giving Babina Noko a player who has already proven his value in their colours.
