Two PSL clubs are tussling for the signature of Richards Bay FC star Sanele Barns ahead of the 2023/24 DStv Premiership season.
Barns was one of the outstanding players for Richards Bay in their maiden season in SA’s top-flight.
The KZN-based side gained automatic promotion to the Premiership after winning the 2021/22 Motsepe Foundation Championship title.
In the just-ended season, Barns featured in 27 matches in all competitions for Richards Bay, scoring four goals and contributing four assists.
Meanwhile, the Natal Rich Boys won eight games in the league, drawing nine and losing 13 times in 30 games. They finished 13th on the log with 33 points, a handful of points above the relegation zone.
With Barns proving to be one of the exciting players, indications are that two teams have enquired about his services.
STELLENBOSCH FC AND SEKHUKHUNE UNITED IN RACE TO SIGN SANELE BARNS FROM RICHARDS BAY
This publication understands that midfielder Barns is in the wishlist of Stellenbosch FC and Sekhukhune United.
Stellenbosch are said to be in a pole position to sign the 26-year-old winger. However, Sekhukhune remain optimistic of landing the attacker.
Babina Noko have been one of busiest teams in the transfer market as they prepare for the CAF Confederations Cup.
The Limpopo-based outfit signed Jamie Webber, Kgomotso Mosadi, Renaldo Leaner, Washington Arubi and Yanga Baliso.
“Sanele Barns is wanted man because of the great qualities he has shown last season with Richards Bay,” a source told FARPost. “He’s one of the exciting players in the league, and he can contribute both goals and assist.
“Sekhukhune United and Stellenbosch are two teams fighting for his signature. Stellenbosch looks to be the team leading the race to sign him.”
With the transfer window opening on the 1st of July 2023, it remains to be seen who will work around the clock to sign Barns.
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