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Celebrated goalscorer in Gladbach's Under-19s, high hopes at Schalke - but then Joy-Lance Mickels disappeared from view for a long time. Now he could be playing in the Champions League in a few weeks.

Amakhosi centre-back has opened up on the mentality that allowed the 22-year-old defender to secure a move to Azerbaijani outfit Sabah FK. The Angolan international believes McCarthy serves as the perfect blueprint for South African starlets looking to make the grade in Europe.

The Amakhosi skipper has spoken candidly about the significant defensive overhaul at Naturena following the exits of the 29-year-old centre-back alongside Aden McCarthy. The shot-stopper admitted that it is difficult to see key teammates depart but insisted that the club’s structure remains strong enough to handle the transition.

Former Amakhosi stalwart has opened up about the emotional rollercoaster of watching his son secure a high-profile move to European football. The 22-year-old defender recently traded the familiar surroundings of Naturena for Azerbaijan side Sabah FK after a breakout season in the Premier Soccer League.