In a surprising development, Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Bongani Zungu has made a major announcement regarding his future with the club.
In his second stint at Sundowns, Zungu lifted several trophies over two years, including the DStv Premiership and the inaugural African Football League (AFL).
Arriving as a free agent from French side Amiens SC, he hoped to make a significant impact for the Tshwane giants. However, Zungu struggled with fitness during the early stages of his second stint at the club and took time to break into the team.
But the 31-year-old regained his former self and was gradually starting to feature more in the team coached by Rulani Mokwena. In the just-ended 2023/24 season, Zungu played 30 games in all competitions and provided three assists.
With preparations for the new season set to start for many teams, the highly-rated midfielder took to social media on Friday to announce his departure from Masandawana after two seasons at the club.
BONGANI ZUNGU MAKE DECISION ON HIS FUTURE AT MAMELODI SUNDOWNS
“I would like to thank Mamelodi Sundowns fans, technical team and the president [Tlhopie Motsepe] for the last two seasons,” wrote Zungu on his Instagram account.
“The relationship I have with the club is beyond the professional space; Sundowns will always be family to me and the entire Zungu family. I will always be grateful for every opportunity I was offered. So l say this with a heavy heart that I will be leaving the club.
“Thank you to all the amazing supporters who have been amazing to me throughout; I will always be grateful. I wish the team all the best; I know bigger success awaits you. I can’t say this enough: Thank you, KBY,” he added.
His last match for the club was during the 2024 Nedbank Cup final defeat to rivals Orlando Pirates at Mbombela Stadium most recently. In the last two seasons, Zungu featured 51 times in all competitions with one goal and three assists to his name.
Zungu has also played for Rangers in Scotland and Vitoria Guimaraes in Portugal. He spent three seasons at Masandawana before moving to Europe.
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