Orlando Pirates news: Another Bucs exit looming!

Ndumiso Mabena’s time at Orlando Pirates appears to be up if the latest transfer reports are anything to go by!

Mabena’s ‘home-coming’ didn’t go according to plan, after he made just ONE appearance under Jose Riveiro.

The Buccaneers have since reportedly opted against triggering their option to extend Mabena’s contract at the club.

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“Orlando Pirates announced that Mabena had put pen to paper on a one-and-a-half-year contract, but SABC Sport understands the additional season was a clause that would be triggered by the club at their discretion.” a SABC SPORT report read.

“Mabena is now set to leave and become a free agent given the Buccaneers have made the decision not to exercise the option.”

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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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Bucs beat THREE club’s in race to sign Otladisa?

“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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