Many Orlando Pirates were not pleased with the club’s decision to part ways with striker Zakhele Lepasa.
The lanky forward scored 15 goals in 64 matches for the Buccaneers during his seven-year stay at the club. He also won four trophies; however, injuries have limited his game time in the past few seasons, and some fans believe he hasn’t reached his full potential.
Having left Pirates, Lepasa is now a free agent and has been linked with various clubs such as Kaizer Chiefs and Durban City. Last season, the striker failed to make an official appearance for the Buccaneers due to injury.
In July, the team travelled to Spain for their pre-season training and Lepasa was one of the few players who did not join.
Lepasa leaves Pirates after 7 years
Many fans feel the striker was unfortunate with injuries over the years. Lepasa posted on X this week, thanking the fans and the club.
“Personally, you’re the type of striker I prefer! I would play you ahead of both Tshegofatso and Ngwana Sesi.They’re also good though. All the best young King! I will root for you wherever you play,” @MokwadiMo tweeted.
“You still have a lot in your tank, go out there and bang goals, come back one season with Bucaneers, win something, then retire. Eish I thought u could stay just this season after the injury,” @Tarbbo1 tweeted.
“Zakes, you’re a player bro, good quality and your runs are top notch. It’s unfortunate injuries pulled you back. It’s not a a mistake you’re wore bucks and national kit, well deserved,” @BMaxakato tweeted.
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