Pitso Mosimane, Rulani Mokwena, Maswanganyi wants out

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Orlando Pirates former nemesis Rulani Mokwena will leave Wydad Athletic at the end of the season, making the former Sundowns boss another world-class option for the Soweto giants.

The Buccaneers are reportedly eyeing Pitso Mosimane as Riveiro’s successor, but who knows how Mokwena’s announcement will change Dr Irvin Khoza’s mind – but as things stand, the former is their priority target.

“There are a few coaches to be considered for different reasons, but apparently it’s believed that Pitso [Mosimane] is their preferred candidate,” SoccerLaduma revealed.

“It’s believed that he is their first priority at the moment. That’s what the team wants as things stand. Even if they have not spoken to him (behind the scenes) yet, he is their first priority.”

Maswanganyi Europe bound?

Orlando Pirates star Tshegofatso Mabasa attracts interest from Sunderland. Image: Afrik-Foot

Reigning PSL Player of the Year Patrick Maswanganyi is set to return to Europe, where he spent much of his later adolescence playing youth soccer.

According to reports, former club UD Oliveirense are keen on the 27-year-old.

“It’s no longer just about an inquiry, it’s about negotiations now,” a Siya source confirmed during the January transfer window.

“They really want him back in Portugal. They are looking at the progress he has made and they are happy to bring him back to Portugal. It will all depend on what Pirates are looking at or if UD Oliveirense can afford what Pirates will be asking for Maswanganyi.”

“The only issue that is there now is the R40 million that the club has put on Maswanganyi’s head. You know he is one of the best players now in the country and if the club wants that amount then UD Oliveirense should meet or make it even better than that. But since they are believed to have opened up negotiations then it will all depend on their offer that they table to Orlando Pirates.”