'Orlando Pirates are not ready to compete against Mamelodi Sundowns; can somebody check on Relebohile Mofokeng's father? Mohau Nkota will now play against the great Cristiano Ronaldo; Bucs only sell players to top clubs' - Fans

In a surprising turn of events for the fans, the Sea Robbers have confirmed that their top and promising asset will not be part of them next season.

Orlando Pirates' confirmation that Mohau Nkota was leaving marked another high-profile departure from the Premier Soccer League club.

Nkota, one of the promising youngsters in the Bucs' setup, will not be part of the club for the 2025/26 season, as he has completed a move to Ettifaq Club in the Saudi Pro League.

Nkota's departure comes days after another forward, Monnapule Saleng, though ostracised, left the Sea Robbers for Orbit College on a loan deal.

After the club's official update on Nkota, GOAL takes a look at how the fans have reacted to the news.

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Proud and happy
Wow!! I’m so proud of Mohau. Truly deserved! He’s been outstanding ever since that debut in the Carling BL Cup. He’ll be missed. That voice that led the Gwijo. Him playing his heart out. His dance moves. Dukuduku should be proud. I hope he returns back to the club one day - SonOfaQueen. MZILANKATHA

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Why is Rele delaying?
Wow! Why is Rele’s move delaying? I hate to see him leave, but I want what's best for the player. I’m not sure whether Saudi is a good move, but I hope he shines there Nkosie Madiba
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Nkota vs Ronaldo
The boy will be playing against CR7 and other world superstars. All the best to him - S3LL0 Makua

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Life-changing move
Wow, massive move for him. Happy for him and his family, life-changing. This also sends a message to clubs interested in Pirates players that the club sells to top clubs - S N A I J A
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Check on Mofokeng's father
Someone check on Rele’s father - Moshebi
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Where are Saleng's fans?
I thought Pirates was holding players back. Where are Saleng fans? Khoza told you that he doesn't do business at the MallPirates is a big institution. Good luck, Nkota. Nywe nywe, the Pirates are holding players back, tsek - Neo wa le Pirates
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No replacements?
Orlando Pirates have left us very, very short now. By sending Saleng on loan, we don't have a replacement for Nkota - Gustavo
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Not ready to compete against Sundowns
You let go of Saleng and Nkota in the same season. You all are not ready to compete with Mamelodi Sundowns - Skutuphenducandle
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Sad
I know there is more money outside, but I don't like when our best players play for other leagues - Technician
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Businness in malls
Again this shows Orlando Pirates don't do business at the malls. When the right offer comes, these young players will be afforded the opportunity to play in Europe, same as Mofokeng. No player is bigger than the institution.