Orlando Pirates are exploring a deal for one of the most exciting young strikers from last season’s Betway Premiership season.
23-year-old Yanela Mbuthuma shone for Richards Bay in 2024-2025.
A move for Mbuthuma is part of a transfer flurry from the club, which could see eight players arriving.
Seven signings in the bag for Pirates
Orlando Pirates express interest in Mbuthuma
Yanela Mbuthuma will challenge Evidence Makgopa and Tshegofatso Mabasa for a striking role. He got five goals and two assists in 24 league appearances last term for Richards Bay.
Why is nobody talking about Monnapule Saleng?
It’s strange to see spectacular footballers fall into relative obscurity. That’s what’s happened to Monnapule Saleng at Orlando Pirates. Did we perhaps overrate the occasionally brilliant winger because he can win matches on his own?
What is Saleng earning?
According to Goal, Monnapule Saleng’s salary isn’t among the very highest in the PSL. It’s in the region of R70,000, or R280,000 a month. It’s not shabby, but it means he’s not in the top percentile of earners in South Africa.
Is Mbuthuma the right level for Orlando Pirates?
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