Second former Pirates star to England

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Orlando Pirates supporters should still remember the midfielder Marshall Munetsi.

MARSHALL MUNETSI MOVES TO WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS

As reported via Football Whispers on Monday, Munetsi, who delivered four goals and two assists in 19 games for Reims in France, was set to join Wolves on deadline day. “Wolverhampton Wanderers are close to agreeing a deal with Reims for their star midfielder Marshall Munetsi, as Vitor Pereira pushes to strengthen his midfield ahead of Monday’s deadline,” the outlet reported. “The story comes from The Telegraph’s Mike Mcgrath, who is one of the best in the business for Premier League transfer updates,” the report added.

OFFICIAL MOVE

Later on Monday evening, the former Orlando Pirates hardman was announced by Wolves. “I’m delighted. It’s a dream come true for me,” Munetsi told the club’s media. “I’ve always wanted to be part of something big, and being part of Wolves is something that is very big for me, and is big for my family. It’s a team that I’ve also seen from afar, and the Premier League is the best place to be, so I’m delighted to join the family, to join the team.

“I’m very excited. It’s probably going to be the first time I’ve had a big opportunity to be representing a bigger club. Nothing against Reims, but now you’re going to be playing in the Premier League, playing for Wolves. Also, we have a greater population in England than in Zimbabwe; I think I will feel even more at home than what I was doing in France.

“The first time I got there, I didn’t think I would stay for that long, but considering what I went through with the club, I really enjoyed my time there, and I think now it’s probably the best time, because I’ve gained so much experience.

“Being in the French league is also very tough, probably not as much as the Premier League, but I think it’s also quite competitive with the clubs that we have. So, I think those games will come in handy once I make this move,” the former Orlando Pirates footballer added.