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The South African football legend has singled out the former Buccaneer as a future icon of the national game following his breakout performances on the world stage. The former Leeds United captain believes the young defender possesses the rare mental and physical attributes required to reach the very top of the sport.

Robert Lewandowski has completed his move to Chicago Fire after leaving Barcelona, but the transfer has brought mixed emotions for his family. Wife Anna Lewandowska admitted she is "incredibly scared" about relocating to the United States, opening up on the sacrifices involved in supporting one of football's biggest stars.

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.

Chicago Fire have completed the signing of Robert Lewandowski after pursuing the Poland international for more than a year. Head coach Gregg Berhalter says the club remained patient throughout the process, with the veteran striker now expected to make his MLS debut against former Bayern Munich team-mate Thomas Muller.