Orlando Pirates are expected to face increasing pressure to sell Relebohile Mofokeng after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, regardless of how he performs for Bafana Bafana.
The 21-year-old enjoyed another outstanding season for the Buccaneers, scoring 11 goals and providing nine assists across all competitions.
His performances have further strengthened his reputation as one of the most exciting young talents in South African football.
Having spent four years with the club’s senior setup, many supporters believe this could be the ideal time for “President ya ma 2K” to take the next step in his career and move abroad.
According to transfer analysts, Mofokeng is currently valued at around R68 million, which is just over €3 million. That valuation however, could rise significantly depending on his performances at the World Cup.
How much can Orlando Pirates get for Mofokeng?
The answer will largely depend on what Mofokeng does on football’s biggest stage.
If Hugo Broos’ side progresses beyond the group stage, the young winger could find himself attracting serious interest from clubs across Europe and beyond.
Bafana Bafana‘s opening match against Mexico could be particularly important. With a global audience expected to tune in, a standout display from Mofokeng would instantly place him in the spotlight.
Just two or three impressive performances at the tournament could be enough to attract clubs willing to spend substantially more than his current market valuation.
In that scenario, Pirates could find themselves negotiating offers well above R100 million.
While a fee in the region of R200 million may be ambitious, a successful World Cup campaign could certainly push his value into record-breaking territory for a South African-based player.
Mofokeng is still waiting for a defining performance in Bafana Bafana colours, but major tournaments have a habit of creating stars overnight.
Mofokeng may have played his last match for Pirates
A goal, an assist, or a Man of the Match display on the world stage could dramatically change both his profile and transfer value.
Although a R200 million transfer remains unlikely at this stage, a fee exceeding R100 million would not be unrealistic if Mofokeng becomes a regular starter and delivers strong performances during the World Cup.
