DStv Premiership side Marumo Gallants have offloaded over 15 players, some of, who are set to join Leruma United, FARPost has learnt.
Gallants have been busy preparing for the new season under coach Dylan Kerr, who is in his third stint at the club. Kerr has also been quoted confirming Mpho Maleka as his assistant coach.
The club has also made some new signings, including former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Phathutshedzo Nange. Also joining the club is former AmaZulu FC defender Veluyeke Zulu.
WHO ARE THE PLAYERS RELEASED BY MARUMO GALLANTS?
This publication has established that the 15 players released by the club include Sbusiso Khumalo, Tshiamo Moshoene, Sanele Kumalo, Themba Ndlovu, Itumeleng Shopane, Lerato Ntemane, George Lata Lloyd, Sbusiso Phiri, Marvin Skhosana, Tshepo Chaine, Osborn Maluleke, Lucky Motshotsho, Sbusiso Phiri, Tshepo Skhosana, Cyril Nguessan.
While some of the players are still contracted with the club, they are expected to join the new Motsepe Foundation Championship franchise Leruma United.
WHY ARE PLAYERS BEING OFFLOADED TO LERUMA UNITED?
Despite earlier reports suggesting that Dondol Stars are leading the race to purchase the Marumo Gallants Motsepe Foundation Championship status.
This publication has now established that Leruma United are the club that has secured the status. This is after Dondol could not reach an agreement with Marumo over the sale of the status.
Leruma United is a former Gauteng ABC Motsepe League club that was relegated two seasons ago. They are now playing in the regional league in the same province. Despite no official announcement, the club is likely to remain in Gauteng, where they will play their home matches.
The PSL are yet to announce the official dates for the commencement of the 2024/25 Motsepe Foundation Championship season.
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