Where to next for Darrel Matsheke? 3 clubs emerge as potential destinations
With Stellenbosch FC having confirmed the departure of Darrel Matsheke, three clubs emerge as potential destinations for the former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder.
The 25-year-old footballer parted ways with Stellies due to disciplinary transgressions, the club confirmed on Tuesday, 12 March 2024.
Matsheke joined the Cape Winelands-based side at the beginning of the current campaign as a free agent.
Since joining Stellies, Matsheke made 12 appearances across all competitions. His biggest moment at the club was scoring the winning penalty during the Cape club’s 2023 Carling Knockout victory over TS Galaxy at Mbombela Stadium.
STELLENBOSCH FC’S OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON TALENTED MIDFIELDER DARREL MATSHEKE’S EXIT
“Stellenbosch Football Club has parted ways with Darrel Matsheke by mutual agreement. This comes after the player transgressed the club’s internal code of conduct,” read the statement.
Matsheke’s availability following his departure at Stellenbosch have sparked rumours of where he could be heading next.
Here’s a look at some of the most likely candidates for his signature.
THREE POTENTIAL DESTINATIONS FOR DARREL MATSHEKE
Having spent the last five months in the books of Stellenbosch, FARPost has established that three PSL sides are interested in signing Matsheke.
The three clubs in question are AmaZulu FC, Orlando Pirates, and Motsepe Foundation Championship outfit Casric Stars.
Just before Matsheke could join Stellenbosch, AmaZulu were interested in the services of the ex-Amakhosi defensive midfielder.
On the other hand, Pirates have shown interest in snapping up the talented midfielder to bolster their squad. Meanwhile, Casric are said to have been offered the services of Matsheke to help them qualify for the PSL promotional play-offs.
With Matsheke free to join any team of his choice, only time will tell where the talented midfielder’s signature will land.
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