South African sensation has enjoyed a fairy-tale start to his continental career after netting a crucial goal on his UEFA Europa League debut for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. The Bafana international has wasted no time adapting to life in Belgium, playing a starring role in his side's comprehensive 3-0 victory over Viktoria Plzen.
Pompey boss has opened up about the South African international’s departure from Fratton Park, admitting to feeling "gutted" that the midfielder’s stint in England did not go according to plan. The 27-year-old recently brought his time on the South Coast to an end, opting for a fresh start in Belgium after struggling to secure a regular starting berth in the Championship.
In a surprise move, the 21-year-old has transferred to Belgian outfit KV Kortrijk ahead of the new season. The midfielder has signed a four year contract with De Kerels, which comes off the back of his first season with the senior Blue-Black team where he made 11 appearances and scored one goal.
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.
South Africa's head coach has offered his assessment of the 21-year-old's imminent move to the Belgian Pro League. The Orlando Pirates sensation is on the verge of a lucrative switch to Royale-Union St Gilloise following a stellar domestic season and an eye-catching World Cup campaign.
In a statement released online the Soweto club confirmed all the fevered speculation was correct and the 21-year-old was getting his dream move to Europe. They also revealed that the deal had already been concluded before Mofokeng left for the World Cup but was kept quiet to allow the youngster to focus on the tournament.
With multiple media outlets reporting the youngster is finalising a deal to move to Belgium champions Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, Blues legend Salomon Kalou has thrown his weight behind the 21-year-old, insisting the youngster has the quality and technical ability to thrive in any European league.
The representatives of Siviwe Magidigidi have moved to clarify reports suggesting the forward has gone absent without leave from Belgian club K Beerschot VA. Rumours had begun to swirl regarding the youngster’s future after he failed to return to Europe following a trip home to Mzansi.
Nathan De Cat is the next big thing to come out of Belgium - both figuratively and literally. At just 17 years old, the midfielder already stands at a towering six feet and three inches tall - and he still has plenty of growing to do. The latest gem to emerge from Anderlecht's famed youth system, his height isn't the only reason he's caught the attention of some of Europe's elite.
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