Orlando Pirates are planning a swoop for an unattached, experienced midfield star in the January window.
Pirates plan a swoop for experienced star Luthuli
Pirates took former Chippa star Siphelele Luthuli on trial after he was released and clubless at the start of the season. According to to KickOff.com, The Sea Robbers are impressed enough to sign him on a permanent deal. The 29-year-old is versatile in midfield, capable of playing at the base of a diamond if necessary but his preference is to play closer to a striker.
“Luthuli is still training with Pirates. He is a good player. He has done well so far. It looks like the club is preparing to sign him in January,” said a source close to the club, to the same publication.
Orlando Pirates want premium cash for premium talent
One player who could be moving in the other direction is impressive 24-year-old central defender Thabiso Sesane. The Bucs youth product has been in exceptional form for his club this season. With Thapelo Xoki and Olisah Ndah injured, the young centre-back has impressed keeping several clean sheets this season. So far, he has played eight league matches for Orlando Pirates this season and has hardly put a foot wrong.
According to Soccer Laduma, the Buccaneers have set a price tag of R25 million on their star.
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Riveiro to extend?
According to Soccer-Laduma, talks to keep 49-year-old Jose Riveiro at the club will start soon. The Vigo-born boss has already won five pieces of silverware with the Sea Robbers. In 2024-2025, he’s taken them back to the top table in the Caf Champions League and is mounting a credible Betway Premiership title charge.
Will Luthuli add quality and experience to the side?
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