Orlando Pirates have reportedly opted against extending the contract of one of their talented midfielders.
The Buccaneers are ringing the changes ahead of next season.
Pirates have struggled to compete with rivals Mamelodi Sundowns in the Betway Premiership over the past few seasons.
And now, in a bid to close the gap between themselves and Masandawana, Orlando Pirates are refreshing their squad.
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Orlando Pirates take big Ndlondlo decision
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According to the latest transfer gossip, Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo has been released by the Buccaneers.
Ndlondlo joined the club back in 2022, and has was a key player under Jose Riveiro up until last season.
It was last season where the diminutive midfielder fell out of favour at Orlando Pirates. In total, he made 65 appearances for the club, scoring three goals while assisting three more.
“Orlando Pirates have parted ways with midfielder Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo. This publication has been reliably informed that Pirates decided against renewing Ndlondlo’s contract after it expired on 30 June,” an IDiski Times report read.
Ndlondlo is worth an approximate R14.5 million, however he leaves the club as a free agent.
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Did Ndlondlo live up to his true potential at Pirates?
Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo had some incredible spells at Orlando Pirates FC. However, did he live up to his true potential at the club?
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