Monnapule Saleng has been largely unsettled at Orlando Piratesthis season for reasons undisclosed by him or the club.
Saleng has seen his game time drop drastically and there have been questions over his future at Pirates.
Saleng has not been involved for Pirates lately
Previously a key player, Saleng has not even been at training on more than a few occasions this season. This has led to speculation over his off-field behaviour or a possible fall out with coach Jose Riveiro. Being a Pirates fan darling, the supporters have become divided on their opinion on the situation. Others want clarity on the situation before placing judgement. Others have already concluded that the rumours of a high salary demand are true and are labelling him greedy. While some are siding with the player saying that he should be backed more by Riveiro and the club management.
Saleng was left out of more than five games late last year, and was not training during that period. He made an impressive return to action against Al Ahly and played a few more games after. Then out of nowhere, he was dropped completely. There have been pictures of him visibly upset on the grandstand while his teammates celebrated a goal by the club. Last week, he was left out of two games for Pirates, a loss to Cape Town City and a win against C.R Belouizdad. That has since raised more questions about his Pirates future.
Now according to iDiski Times, Pirates could be open to selling Saleng. But any interested party would have to fork out around R15 million for his services!
Club would sell for something over R15 million?
“Saleng has also been accused of being a divisive figure with his punctuality in the weeks leading up to his return to the (Pirates) XI when they faced Al Ahly. However, he has since returned to the stands and separate sources have stated that should clubs be interested, his price tag would be in excess of R15 million!” Wrote the publication.
Pirates fans do you believe that something over R15 million is the acceptable transfer fee the club should get? Or do you believe Saleng should not be for sale at all? Feel free to leave your thoughts and feelings below.
