Orlando Pirates winger Relebohile Mofokeng has been the subject of transfer speculation, but will he leave the club?
The 20-year-old superstar has been linked with moves to the Premier League, La Liga, the Saudi Pro League, and teams in Israel. After three impressive seasons, many believe it is the perfect time for Mofokeng to make a move to Europe.
Earlier this month, his attacking partner, Mohau Nkota, signed with Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq after just one season in the PSL.
Rele Mofokeng transfer saga continues
“For Rele, I think he needs to continue doing his work the way he has been doing,” said Nkambule said as per KickOff.
“The years still allow him. It’s not like it was his last season or something. He still has a big chance, he can still play another 15 years to 20 years.
“He just needs to relax and play football. If you check the profile of Rele and Nkota, it’s not the same.
“Rele’s profile is stronger than Nkota, that’s why I think it won’t affect him that much because Nkota has left,” he added.
With Nkota leaving for Saudi Arabia this transfer period, Nkambule said Mofokeng won’t be allowed to join any other club as he is valued.
“But if you check he’s going where, Saudi Arabia, it’s not like he went to Europe in top five leagues.
“Rele is a star player and the face of Orlando Pirates now and for him to leave it won’t be easy because for Nkota (Ettifaq) to negotiate with Dr Khoza was maybe easy, but for Rele, he’s going to want a lot of money. He’s special that boy,” said the former Chiefs star.
This week, Soccer Laduma reported that Israeli champions Maccabi Tel Aviv were willing to splash R44 million on the winger. With nearly two months until the transfer window closes, Pirates have all the time in the world to listen to better offers for Relebohile Mofokeng.
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