Stellenbosch FC have finally announced the signing of Azerbaijani defender, Turan Manafov, as first reported by this publication.
This publication has it in good authority that Azerbaijan defender Manafov chose Stellenbosch FC over Romanian offers and the deal has been agreed. The 26-year-old left-back is set to join Stellies on a free transfer after his contract with Kapaz PFK expired.
Manafov seems to be a direct replacement for Fawaaz Basadien, who joined Mamelodi Sundowns earlier in the window. He will wear the number two at Stellies and could make his debut in the MTN8 final.
“I am very happy to join Stellenbosch FC,” Manafov told his new club.
“The Club’s ideas and principles appealed to me, and I am excited to be with a team that is competing at the highest levels.
“I’ve noticed that games are played at a faster pace in South Africa than in Azerbaijan, although both countries have good leagues, so I’m looking forward to testing myself, and also to playing in a continental competition where many stars have been produced.
“My ambition is to help the Club compete for silverware and hopefully win trophies, and in doing so to showcase my talent on a bigger platform. I will always give my best for the team, and I’m excited to finally get started.”
