Deportivo Armenio Overview

Reports have emerged from the eastern European country where the 28-year-old is based that claim the centre-back has been cut from the Mzansi national team coach’s plans, missing out on the World Cup squad. Despite being a consistent performer in recent seasons, the defender finds himself on the outside looking in as South Africa prepares for the global showpiece.

The South African legend has identified the three players he believes should replace the talented centre-back if he fails to recover in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With the former Kaizer Chiefs defender struggling for fitness following a series of injury setbacks in Romania, North America might come too soon for the 28-year-old.

The 28-year-old is refusing to let his World Cup dream die, with the FCSB defender making a defiant return to action after a lengthy spell on the sidelines. The former Kaizer Chiefs man has sent a clear message to Bafana Bafana boss as the race for a plane ticket to North America enters its final stretch.

The 28-year-old centre-back recently returned to competitive action after being sidelined since January due to fitness issues. His club has now provided an update on his situation and has also addressed growing transfer speculation.