Orlando Pirates were forced to make do without centre-back Olisa Ndah for the majority of last season following a tibia fracture that had him ruled out since September.
The Nigerian international is expected to be ready for the start of the 2025/26 campaign – however, it remains uncertain as to whether he will be fit for next month’s pre-season tour in Spain, where the Buccaneers will face Bolton Wanderers, Pafos FC, Las Palmas, and Granada.
Mofokeng heading out?
Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates are presumably feeling inundated by Relebohile Mofokeng inquiries after MLS side FC Cincinnati were the latest to show interest. Egyptian giants Zamalek FC and Ah Ahly are also in the conversation.
Mofokeng’s father, Sechaba, who believes now is the time to head to Europe, is another reason why the Buccaneers will be somewhat expecting the worst this offseason.
“My biggest wish is to see Rele overseas in 2025/2026. I’m praying every day. I don’t want to see him in the Betway Premiership again this season. I know God will answer my prayers,” Sechaba said
“[Whether it’s in] Spain, England, Netherlands, France, Denmark, Switzerland — Rele can play. I believe that with all my heart. Take him to Barcelona? He can play. PSG? He can play. Any country. I’ll be happy — but not Saudi Arabia,” he added.
“Not yet. He’s still young. He needs to compete in UEFA competitions. If he goes to Saudi now, he won’t experience that. Yes, he’d be rich — but happiness is more important. You can have all the money in the world, but if you’re not happy, it’s worthless.”
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