The Molefi Ntseki-led team held strong West African nation's opposition to grab a vital win in their bid to get into the latter stages of the biennial competition.
The Sea Robbers' fan base remains in the dark regarding the midfielder at a time when the season has started and a deeper squad is required for multiple competitions.
The Bucs new Moroccan coach was coy on the transfer speculation surrounding the 20-year-old attacker but hopeful he would still be a Bucs player come the end of the transfer window.
Thabiso Motloung points out that several key players are likely to leave Chloorkop over the coming months and the club needs to have a succession plan in place.
Stellies secured the hard-fought win to keep their dream of winning the trophy alive as Usuthu are left shocked despite showing a never-surrender spirit.