Orlando Pirates could be set to lose star player Relebohile Mofokeng according to the latest reports doing the rounds.
Pirates have reportedly received a very lucrative offer from an MLS side for the services of Mofokeng.
Pirates have already sold Nkota
The Buccaneers have already sanctioned one big transfer for one of their youngster’s this season. That in the form of another winger in Mohau Nkota who joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Etiffaq. That move was believed to be a lucrative one for both Pirates and the 20-year-old Bafana Bafana international. The same team was reportedly close to signing Mofokeng as well but that move seems to have fallen through.
But that does not seem to have changed the possibility of Mofokeng leaving Pirates for a move abroad. According to American sports journalist Tom Bogert, MLS side Minnesota United have made a bid that’s over R35 million for the winger.
Minnesota make R35m offer for Mofokeng
“Sources: Minnesota United submit bid north of $2m for South Africa int’l winger Relebohile Mofokeng to Orlando Pirates. Talks ongoing. Mofokeng, 20, big talent breaking through for club and country. Would be U-22 initiative. MNUFC long-time admirers of Mofokeng.” Wrote Bogert on his official X account.
Should the move materialise, Mofokeng would be teaming up with fellow South African winger Bongokuhle Hlongwane. The Bafana Bafana star joined Minnesota from Maritzburg United in 2022. The two would likely be competing for the same spot on the left wing of the team. Both the players can also play on the right, however. It now remains to be seen if Pirates will deem the offer as good enough.
Replacements already signed?
Should Pirates decide to cash in on Mofokeng using Minnesota, they would’ve already signed replacements. During this window, they have signed wingers Oswin Appollis, Tshepang Moremi and Kamogelo Sebelebele.
Fair price Buccaneers?
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