Since Mohau Nkota left to join Saudi Arabian Pro League club Al-Ettifaq, eyes are now on the 20-year-old to see whether he can leave Bucs before the season begins.
GOAL's Thabang Kgeledi followed Bucs pre-season tour under their new coach and saw a number of departures from the way they operated under Jose Riveiro.
The two Bafana Bafana starlets burst onto the scene at different times but the one who came on later has secured a move abroad ahead of the one already who arrived first.
The teenager's rise has been rapid. From making his professional debut in March 2025, to making his maiden Bafana Bafana appearance three months later and then skippering the Buccaneers in pre-season.
The coach who handled the forward, who made his Bafana debut during the COSAFA Cup, believes the new Sea Robber has all the traits to succeed at a top club.
While pointing out his ambition with his new club, the South African tactician explains why facing Bucs or Masandawana is a challenge he would be happy to face.