Today’s Orlando Pirates news wrap looks at the latest transfer news and a potential snub for Relebohile Mofokeng.
Mofokeng to miss out on top award?
Former Pirates star Edward Motale doesn’t believe that Rele Mofokeng should be crowned as PSL Player of the Year.
“It’s just simple for the Young Player of the Season; I’d go for [Relebohile] Mofokeng, but for the Player of the Season I’d give it to Mudau of Sundowns,” Motale stated via Goal.
Orlando Pirates move quickly in the market
The new champions have snapped up four new signings as they start their title defence preparations in earnest. In come midfielder Mthetheleli Mthiyane, defender Sbangani Zulu, and wide attackers Bohlale Ngwato and Ghampani Lungu.
Via the official Pirates website:
“After weeks of speculation and countless headlines across the football social media landscape, Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm the signings of Mthetheleli Mthiyane (Stellenbosch FC), Sbangani Zulu (Richards Bay), as well as Bohlale Ngwato and Ghampani Lungu (both from Siwelele).
Five Pirates departures confirmed
Pirates have also waved goodbye to five players. Sipho Mbule is the most eye-catching of those names. In 12 appearances, the popular midfielder failed to register any goals or assists. The former Sundowns man leaves after just a year at the club, while former Golden Boot winner Tshegofatso Mabasa also departs. 24-year-old Karim Kimvuidi also moves on after underwhelming at the club.
“The players who will be leaving the Club upon the conclusion of their respective contracts are Bandile Shandu, Sipho Mbule, Tshegofatso Mabasa, Karim Kimvuidi and Deivi Miguel Vieira (Gilberto).
“Each of the players departs having contributed to the Orlando Pirates journey in their own way, and the Club would like to place on record its appreciation for their service during their time with the Buccaneers.
“Orlando Pirates Football Club thanks Bandile, Sipho, Tshegofatso, Karim and Gilberto for their service and wishes them all the best in the next chapters of their respective careers.”
