Ex-Marumo Gallants coach Mpho Maleka attracting interest in Africa
The interest is mounting for the services of the former Marumo Gallants coach Mpho Maleka as he’s wanted in four countries in Africa.
Maleka recently upgraded his coaching badges, completing the CAF B Licence in Zambia in the past few months.
Before the start of the season, he was linked with a move to Moroka Swallows, however, it never materialised.
An opportunity to work outside might be bestowed upon on him with African clubs keen on his services.
The 45-year-old has been linked with the Zambian Super League club Forest Rangers. Meanwhile, three unnamed clubs from Sierra Leone, Rwanda and Namibia are also said to be lining up for him.
When asked for a comment, Maleka said he’s ready to seize any opportunity in the continent. He admitted his representatives have been working to get him something in Africa.
MPHO MALEKA SAYS AN OPPORTUNITY OUTSIDE SA WOULD BETTER HIM
“Having been in charge of Marumo Gallants in the CAF Confederation Cup, it motivated and opened my eyes to say there are opportunities out there,” Maleka said.
“So, now having qualified to coach anywhere in Africa, why not? If the opportunity comes I’m ready to go.
“My manager is working day and night to get me something in Africa. If you want to grow, go out and move away from your comfort zone. The world is so small”
The Mankweng-born has been unattached since he parted ways with Gallants at the beginning of the 2022/23 season.
He was part of the technical team that won the Nedbank Cup in the 2020/21 season with Tshakuma Tsha Madzivhandila, beating Chippa United 2-1 in the final before the club sold its status to Gallants. Dylan Kerr was leading the side as the head coach at the time.
He was in charge of Gallants when they had an impressive run in the CAF Confederation Cup in the following season. They were eliminated by the mighty TP Mazembe in the Play-off round [third round], ending their hopes of making it to the group stages.
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