Despite being 32, Da Gama believes that Shalulile's professional lifestyle and fitness levels mean he has a decade or more of football left in him.
The coach insists that whichever club secures his services will be gaining a model professional who leads by example on and off the pitch.
"It doesn't matter where he goes, he will fit in anywhere.
"He's a very disciplined player, a very humble boy.
"It depends which team wants him.
"He doesn't need to choose. If Chiefs want him and Pirates don’t, or vice versa, his agent must make something happen.
"If you sign him, you bring in a very disciplined player.
"That boy can play up to age 45."