Mshishi free to sign for club of his choice! Mamelodi Sundowns urged to make BIG decision regarding Themba Zwane with five months left on his contract - 'He’s not getting any younger'

Themba Zwane's current Mamelodi Sundowns contract is set to expire at the end of June 2025.

The 35-year-old has been with the Brazilians since January 2011 and has risen to become the club captain.

Katlego Mashego, Zwane's former teammate has explained why he believes the Masandawana skipper should be handed a new deal.

“We all know what he has done for the club, and there’s still more that he can do. The club needs to think carefully about ‘Mshishi’ [Zwane],” Mashego told FARPost.

“But we should be aware that he’s not getting any younger. That’s what they should consider, but he’s a great asset for the club. But it shouldn’t be a tough decision for Sundowns to give him that extension; he deserves it. 

“He has been at the club for too long, through good and tough times. I think those are the types of elements that should be put into consideration when the two parties are negotiating a new deal,” added the retired striker who also turned out for Orlando Pirates.

Currently nursing his Achilles Tendon which ruptured in October 2024, Zwane is expected back to play competitive football in April.

For someone who got injured while on top of his game, returning to that level of competitiveness could determine whether he will be given a new deal or the kind of contract he is likely to be offered.

Zwane would be keen on getting back to top form and increase his chances of going to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals.

He is free to sign a pre-contract with a club of his choice.

For now, Masandawana will have to continue without Zwane and hoping he will be back by the projected return timeframe.

It is to be seen if Sundowns would still be in the Caf Champions League and competing for the Premier Soccer League title by the time their captain regains full fitness.