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Popular Pirates man confirms surprise departure

After several years with Orlando Pirates, brand manager Joseph Bertrand has announced that he will be leaving the club.

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Orlando Pirates’ famous badge. Photo: Facebook/Orlando Pirates

Frenchman Joseph Bertrand has been with Pirates for more than five years, fulfilling a key brand and marketing role, but he has now announced he will be leaving the club he “fell in love with”.

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“After more than 5 ears working for this formidable institution, it is time for me to leave Orlando Pirates, the Football Club I fell in love 20 years ago when I arrived in South Africa. It has been an absolute privilege to work for the Club and try make a little difference where I could in the marketing department,” he said via a statement.

“Thank you to top management for having given me the opportunity to work for Pirates, and grow during my years here. I wouldn’t be here without you.

“Thank you to all my colleagues at the office – we are from far the best marketing team in SA Sports, and everyone in the industry can attest to that. Let’s keep pushing to get this Brand higher and higher.

“Thank you to the players and technical staff, keep fighting for this badge we all wear proudly. Thank you to all our partners and stakeholders for believing in the Club’s projects and keeping Orlando Pirates relevant in South Africans everyday life.

“To all the supporters, everything we do is for you. Keep pushing the team in the stands, and let’s get more trophies in the coming months / years. MTN8 is just the beginning. I will alwavs be the Club’s #1 fan and I will see you all at Orlando soon. Once a Pirate. Always a Pirate.”

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