Orlando Pirates news

The forward has realised his long-held dream of playing in Europe after Orlando Pirates confirmed his transfer to Belgian outfit Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. Following a string of eye-catching performances in the Premier Soccer League, the 21-year-old star has been tipped to thrive abroad by his former coach, who believes he is ready for the next chapter of his career.

Looking to sharpen their cutting edge in the final third, the Western Cape outfit has secured the permanent services of former Sea Robbers forward Sinoxolo Kwayiba from Chippa United ahead of the new Premier Soccer League season.

Ex-Buccaneers skipper Edward Motale has sent a clear message to the club’s hierarchy, insisting that they must continue their recruitment drive. Despite an already busy window, the 1995 CAF Champions League winner believes constant competition is the only way to drive the squad toward silverware.

The Buccaneers have finalised a deal with Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, paving the way for the Bafana Bafana playmaker to embark on his European career following a breakthrough season in the Premier Soccer League.

The talented right-back is officially a man on the move following his departure from the Sea Robbers, and his next destination has now been revealed. The versatile star's representative, Mike Makaab, has confirmed that the defender is on the verge of returning to familiar territory.

The Soweto giants have reached a definitive conclusion regarding the future of the young striker following a season of intense speculation and limited minutes on the pitch. The attacker's agent has now moved to silence the exit talk that has dominated the headlines during the current transfer window.

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South Africa's head coach has offered his assessment of the 21-year-old's imminent move to the Belgian Pro League. The Orlando Pirates sensation is on the verge of a lucrative switch to Royale-Union St Gilloise following a stellar domestic season and an eye-catching World Cup campaign.

The second South Africa's tournament exit was confirmed media in Europe and the Middle East went into overdrive linking clubs to the Mzansi players who had graced the global stage. The Bucs find themselves in the firing line but but Mamelodi Sundowns' Teboho Mokoena, Chicago Fire's Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Hannover 96's Ime Okon have all been heavily linked with moves this week.

In a statement released online the Soweto club confirmed all the fevered speculation was correct and the 21-year-old was getting his dream move to Europe. They also revealed that the deal had already been concluded before Mofokeng left for the World Cup but was kept quiet to allow the youngster to focus on the tournament.

The 34-year-old has opened up about his high-profile move from the Bucaneers to The Maroons, highlighting the major influence of his new club's head coach. The versatile wingback arrives in the Winelands with a wealth of experience, having secured multiple trophies during his successful stint at the Orlando Stadium.

Bafana Bafana star has shocked the South African football fraternity by completing a move to Iraqi Stars League outfit Zakho SC following his release from Orlando Pirates. The midfield maestro, who was expected to remain in the Premier Soccer League or head to a continental heavyweight, has instead opted for a fresh start in the Middle East.

The Glamour Boys are entering a brave new era under the guidance of Fernando da Cruz, and the message from the bench is loud and clear: silverware is the immediate priority. Assistant coach Dillon Sheppard believes the season-opening MTN8 represents the perfect springboard for the Soweto giants to reclaim their status as the kings of South African football.