Swallows coach Steve Komphela praises Andile Jali Image: BackpagePix
Jali explains why he joined the Soweto giants
Andile Jali joining Swallows did not come as a surprise due to his close relationship with coach Steve Komphela.
Swallows coach Steve Komphela praises Andile Jali Image: BackpagePix
Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Andile Jali has given his reasons why he chose to join Moroka Swallows.
The 33-year-old left Mamelodi Sundowns in May after both parties agreed to mutually terminate his contract and since then, the former Orlando Pirates man was linked to several local clubs.
On Friday, Swallows announced that Jali joined the club on a two-year deal.
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Speaking to Gagasi FM, Jali said one of the reasons he joined the Soweto giants was that he wanted to stay in Johannesburg.
“I want to say thank you to the chairman first. I’ve been waiting long until I signed the contract. I said to Mike ‘I don’t want to leave Joburg, so it’s better I’d be in Joburg’.
Jali joins Swallows
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“That’s when Swallows came before they even thought I’m going to Swallows. Moroka Swallows is my new home, I’m so happy,” said Jali.
“And I’m so glad the club made the decision because the people believe in me.”
AJ joining Swallows was not a major surprise as he shares a close relationship with their new coach Steve Komphela.
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The former Bafana Bafana international joined Sundowns in June 2018 ahead of the 2018/19 seasons, and has been at Chloorkop for five (5) campaigns. During his stay at Sundowns, the midfielder played 142 matches and has been crowned a champion five (5) times, making him one of the most decorated players in the PSL.
AJ reunites with Steve Komphela at Swallows
Before that, Jali played for University of Pretoria before joining Orlando Pirates in 2009 where he made a name for himself.
