Lorch is my role-model, says Orlando Pirates starlet Ratomo

Not many could’ve predicted the impact 18-year-old Orlando Pirates winger Relebohile Ratomo would have at the Buccaneers last season.

After starring for the DStv Diski Challenge side, Jose Riveiro decided to throw the tiny winger into the deep end as the season came to a close.

Ratomo made two appearances for the club, scoring once and assisting once. His performances left fans in awe, but the winger has since confirmed he himself was in awe!

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“In the game against AmaZulu, I was showboating with Lorch and it was the happiest moment of the match.” Ratomo said as quoted by SowetanLive.

“It was the first time I was playing with my role model. I couldn’t believe that I was playing with him, looking at him from close range.

“I told him afterwards that I was in disbelief that I was playing with him. He then explained to me that we will play more games together going forward.”

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In other news, Orlando Pirates have reportedly won the race to sign Marumo Gallants winger Katlego Otladisa!

The Buccaneers have long been linked with the speedy winger, and reports suggest they’ve finally landed their man!

According to the latest transfer rumours, Jose Riveiro’s side were competing with no less than three other PSL teams for Otladisa’s signature!

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“Sekhukhune United enquired about his availability as they strengthen for continental football, but the player reportedly wasn’t keen.” a FarPost report read.

“AmaZulu were also interested in the right winger as well as their Durban rivals Royal AM. Orlando Pirates have also been chasing the talented attacker for a while.

“According to sources close to the deal, negotiations between the two clubs, Gallants and Pirates are progressing quite well.”

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