Orlando Pirates chairman Dr Irvin Khoza received a special message from Rulani Mokwena on live television.
After three Nedbank Cups and two MTN8 trophies in three seasons, former coach Jose Riveiro left the Buccaneers for Al Ahly before the end of last season. We are two months away from the start of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season. Orlando Pirates have yet to name the next coach but are only linked with names like Rulani Mokwena.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns and Wydad Casablanca coach was asked if he would consider rejoining the mighty Orlando Pirates.
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“Of course I would consider it [joining Orlando Pirates], of course I would,” Mokwena said live on DStv’s Soccer Africa after he was asked about the prospect.
“It’s a big club. It’s still got people who are very close to my heart.
“I am very, very fond of Dr Khoza. Very fond. He will always have a special place in my heart.
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Jose Riveiro’s Orlando Pirates squad has lost four players since his departure to Al Ahly, and as we edge closer to the winter transfer window.
The club known as the Buccaneers have reportedly signed the likes of Sinoxolo Kwayiba, Masindi Nemtajela and Tshepho Mashiloane. The new faces are subject to official announcements as of 1 July.
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