Orlando Pirates have reportedly sealed the deal on yet another signing ahead of next season, beating Kaizer Chiefs to it.
Pirates will be looking to challenge Mamelodi Sundowns again and they have been beating Chiefs in the Market.
Chiefs and Pirates fighting in the same market
In previous windows it has been a common practice to see both Pirates and Chiefs in the same market. They were believed to be chasing the likes of Oswin Appollis. Furthermore, his Polokwane City teammate Thabang Matuludi, Chippa United star Sinoxolo Kwayiba too. The two clubs are also reported to be interested in Fawaaz Basadien, who Mamelodi Sundowns are eyeing too. The next player that the two clubs were thought to be battling for is Masindi Nemtajela of Marumo Gallants.
More players seemed to be added to the list. Rowan Human makes a return, while a new entry is Etiosa Ighodaro. Young SuperSport United left-back Neo Rapoo was also mentioned just last week. Late in the previous season the name of Richards Bay FC striker Yanela Mbuthuma was also mentioned. Now according to SABC Sport, he is set to sign for Pirates despite interest from rivals Chiefs as well.
Buccaneers beat Amakhosi to Mbuthuma
“SABC Sport can confirm that Orlando Pirates have concluded a deal for Richards Bay forward Yanela Mbuthuma, adding him to a growing list of new signings to be unveiled by The Buccaneers in the coming days. Mbuthuma impressed Pirates with his form this season, which was also amplified by the six goals in 27 matches from all competitions despite Richards Bay initially struggling in the early stages of the season. it is understood the Pirates offer was too good to refuse and Richards Bay have already signed Gabadinho Mhango after the veteran Malawi international parted ways with Marumo Gallants.” Wrote the publication.
Big signing?
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