Pompey boss has opened up about the South African international’s departure from Fratton Park, admitting to feeling "gutted" that the midfielder’s stint in England did not go according to plan. The 27-year-old recently brought his time on the South Coast to an end, opting for a fresh start in Belgium after struggling to secure a regular starting berth in the Championship.
The 20-year-old has returned to his club from the 2025 AFCON finals, where he did not taste any game time for South Africa. He is now pushing for increased minutes at club level to boost his chances of not only making the 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, but also featuring on the pitch. However, his comeback to the Blue-Blacks was marred by a red card setback.