Mamelodi Sundowns have announced their fourth signing of the transfer window to reinforce their team ahead of the start of the 2024/25 campaign.
Sundowns are undergoing significant changes within both their coaching staff and playing squad. A notable departure has been head coach Rulani Mokwena, who has subsequently taken over at Wydad Casablanca.
Other members who left include Sibusiso Makitla [performance analyst], Michael Loftman [set-piece coach], Dayle Solomons [performance analyst] and Sinethemba Badela [DDC coach].
The Tshwane giants also parted company with Bongani Zungu, Gaston Sirino, Junior Mendieta, Brian Onyango, Promise and Thabiso Kutumela.
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As part of their squad overhaul, Masandawana have acquired Asekho Tiwani from Sekhukhune United, as previously reported by FARPost.
The 19-year-old impressed during his debut top-flight season after being promoted to the first team. His standout moment came in April with a memorable goal against Cape Town Spurs, earning him the Goal of the Month award.
The defender made 16 appearances for the Limpopo outfit in all competitions, scoring two goals and providing one assist in the process.
Tiwani will face competition for the left-back position from Devine Lunga, Terrence Mashego, and occasionally Aubrey Modiba, who primarily operates in midfield.
He is now the fourth addition to Sundowns’ star-studded squad following the signings of Kobamelo Kodisang, Arthur de Oliveira Sales and Kegan Johannes. Kodisang and Sales both joined the league champions on long-term deals.
The 24-year-old, Kodisang was previously in the books of Moreirense who play in the Primeira Liga in Portugal while Sales signed from Belgian club Lommel SK.
In a player exchange, Johannes moved from crosstown rivals SuperSport United to Chloorkop. Conversely, Nyiko Mobbie transferred permanently to SuperSport, while Ricardo Goss returned to the Swanky Boys on a season-long loan.
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