Days after confirming his departure, Orlando Pirates FC are reportedly set to welcome one of their legends back to the club!
The Buccaneers are set to begin a new chapter in their glorious history next season.
This comes after the Soweto giants said goodbye to legendary coach Jose Riveiro.
Part of their new future however, will reportedly be a familiar face who came through their academy and made a name for himself at the club!
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According to the latest transfer gossip, Innocent Maela is set to return to the Buccaneers!
Maela was released by the club last week, ending an eight-year spell at the Buccaneers.
The Bucs academy graduate, who would later become their captain has been tipped to land a ‘new role’ at Orlando Pirates.
“At the moment, everyone is tight-lipped as to what’s his next move but the club will make an announcement,” – an insider told The Citizen.
“He’s open to the idea of staying at the club and contributing in a different role. The club still values him and supported him when he struggled with injuries this season.”
It remains to be seen whether Maela’s potential return will involve coaching or adminstration. Rest assured, this website will bring you all of the latest updates from Mayfair as it unfolds.
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