Orlando Pirates appear to be building a majestic team for the 2025/26 Betway Premiership with 10 signings already made.
On Monday, the Buccaneers announced Kamogelo Sebelebele as their new signing. The 22-year-old winger joined the club from TS Galaxy just a day after Mohau Nkota left the club.
With Pirates in Spain for pre-season until next week, it looks more likely that Sebelebele will join his teammates when they return to South Africa.
Who are the 10 new Orlando Pirates signings?
Sipho Mbule (Central Midfielder)
Yanela Mbuthuma (Forward)
Tshepang Moremi (Winger)
Nkosikhona Ndaba (Left-back)
Sinoxolo Kwayiba (Attacking Midfielder)
Tshepo Mashiloane (Right-back)
Sihle Nduli (Defensive Midfielder)
Masindi Nemtajela (Central Midfielder)
Oswin Appollis (Winger)
Kamogelo Sebelebele (Winger)
Orlando Pirates have covered most positions in the signings they made however, some fans feel the team needs a high-profile striker. Evidence Makgopa and Tshegofatso Mabasa struggled for goals last season as the Buccaneers finished second in the league.
Can the new signings improve Orlando Pirates?
It’s too early to tell, but so far Oswin Appollis seems to be blending in nicely. The 23-year-old attacker has looked lively in the pre-season friendly matches and has already combined well with the likes of Relebohile Mofokeng.
Overall, the Buccaneers have a competitive squad; however, their new signings can make or break Orlando Pirates this coming season. With new coach Abdeslam Ouaddou taking over from Jose Riveiro, expect changes in the Bucs lineup. Some of the fan-favourites might not even get gametime next season, given how competitive the squad will be.
Which player should Pirates bring in to compete with Sundowns for the Betway Premiership?
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