Bafana wonderkid Relehobile Mofokeng has the world at his feet.
The 20-year-old Orlando Pirates sensation has been turning heads since his 2023/24 breakout season, becoming a regular starter for the Buccaneers, who can extend their historic PSL winning streak to eight when they face Stellenbosch on December 1.
Mofokeng has had little chance to prove himself on the international stage for Bafana but has still been attracting foreign interest, with Glasgow Rangers and RB Salzburg reportedly keen on the dazzling attacker.
An offer is yet to be made.
Mofokeng’s next destination
While a permanent move to Europe appears imminent, former Bafana midfielder Mandla Masango has expressed where he thinks Mofokeng should go, saying, “He doesn’t have to go to Chelsea, Manchester City, or Barcelona because his game time will be limited at those big teams.”
“I would prefer for him to go to Holland [The Netherlands]because the style of play there will suit him because it’s more technical, they don’t have big players who will intimidate him.
There [in the Netherlands], they play 100 percent football. They knock the ball around, therefore it will suit his style because he’s incredible in one-on-one situations, and no one can stand up to him,” he added.
“I think he can also excel in Belgium. Those two leagues [Netherlands and Belgium] are good [launching pads] for players who are coming from SA before they can go to those big leagues in Europe to establish themselves.”
Upcoming Pirates fixtures
Tuesday, Nov 26: CR Belouizdad vs Orlando Pirates (TBD)
Saturday, Dec 1: Orlando Pirates vs Stellenbosch FC (15:30)
Tuesday, Dec 3: Gallants vs Orlando Pirates (19:30)
Friday, Dec 7: Orlando Pirates vs Al Ahly (TBD)
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