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Former Bafana Bafana captain Aaron Mokoena has jumped to the defence of the former Orlando Pirates youngster after questions over his physical suitability for European football were made, insisting the young attacker possesses the mental speed and technical skills to thrive in Belgium despite his slight frame and the physical nature of the game in that country.

The Citizens have bolstered their attacking options ahead of the new campaign by snapping up a former Amakhosi striker. The veteran marksman brings a wealth of top-flight experience and added firepower to the frontline as they look to build on a successful debut season in the Premier Soccer League while also preparing for a CAF Confederation Cup campaign courtesy of their Nedbank Cup win.

Lucky Lekgwathi has opened up about the personal guidance he offered the 21-year-old before the young star secured his high-profile move to Europe. The legendary skipper expressed his immense pride in the Bafana Bafana star's progression from a promising talent to a trophy-winning mainstay at Mayfair.

The 28-year-old appears to be heading toward the exit door at Naturena as interest in the Congolese winger intensifies during the current transfer window. However, the Amakhosi star has been met with a stern warning regarding the financial pitfalls of a potential move to North Africa or the Middle East.