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The move means the 25-year-old midfielder, who had attracted interest from Amakhosi, will not return to SA.

The retired defender believes that the current leadership should exit the scene and that ex-footballers should be involved.

Mohamed Salah could miss seven Premier League games - including a clash with title rivals Arsenal - to play with Egypt at the 2025 AFCON.

While the Belgian was pleased with some of his squad in the friendly draw, he also pointed out how important regular game time is at club level.

The experienced tactician has accused some people of driving an agenda against him whenever players from their preferred clubs are snubbed.

Amakhosi stars had been included in the preliminary squad but have been left out as the national coach names players to play in June friendlies.

The confirmation for the second friendly has been made just days after the national side's head coach named a preliminary squad.

The draw for the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup was held in Doha on Sunday, with Egypt drawn alongside UAE while Saudi Arabia are in the same group as Morocco.

With concerns raised about who will eventually become Bafana's goalkeeper post-Williams era, the keeper has been pointed out as an able replacement.

The retired midfielder explains that the Amakhosi and Bucs' emerging stars should not be called up now because they can make career-ending mistakes.

The 27-year-old, who was always criticised during his seven-season stint with Amakhosi, has turned into a key player for the European club.

The 34-year-old was once touted as a natural replacement for Mamelodi Sundowns' Themba Zwane, who was injured in November 2024.

The 26-year-old midfielder has honed his skills at various clubs in Europe and now hopes to bring that experience to Bafana.