Orlando Pirates have bolstered their attacking and defensive ranks with the double capture of Zimbabwean winger Daniel Msendami and defender Mpho Chabastane from Marumo Gallants.
The pair arrive as the second and third January singings for the Buccaneers following the acquisition of Andre De Jong from Stellenbosch FC.
While the Zimbabwean adds to the attacking firepower, Chabatsane will serve as a direct replacement of the departed Mbekezeli Mbokazi, operating as the club’s only left footed centre back.
Additionally, the versatile defender comes in as a third option at left back, one of the least contested positions in the stacked Pirates squad.
WHEN WILL THE DUO JOIN THE CAMP
As the AFCON nears its conclusion, PSL competition draws closer to resumption. Camped in the North West Province, Pirates have officially returned to full training. The club makes preparations to compete for their first league title in over 13 years.
Through their press statement, the club explained their integration plans for their new signings. They expect the duo to report immediately to camp as they hope to strengthen their squad ahead of an intense league battle.
“Following the completion of all the necessary clearances, Msendami and Chabatsane will travel to the North West Province, where the squad is currently in camp and being put through their paces by the technical team as preparations intensify ahead of the resumption of the Betway Premiership season.”
“The Club looks forward to integrating both players into the group and believes they will add value and healthy competition within the squad,” read the statement,” read the club statement.
PIRATES CONTINUE TO ENJOY THE FRUITS OF THEIR RELATIONS
Pirates have enjoyed a fruitful but mutually beneficial relationship with Gallants. The clubs have conducted successful business dealings in the past two seasons, administering not only player transfers but even a head coach.
In the previous window, Pirates welcomed two profiles from Gallants. Head coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou and midfielder, Masindi Nemtajela arrived from Gallants in the previous window. Both figures in their own respect, have immediately made a significant mark at the Buccaneers.
Pirates commended Gallants for handling the latest dealings with a cooperative decorum, strengthening what proves to be an amicable relationship between the two clubs.
“Orlando Pirates would like to commend the leadership of Marumo Gallants for the professional and cooperative manner in which the transaction was handled.”
Ultimately, the relationship between the two PSL entities highlights a growing trend of mutually beneficial partnerships between PSL clubs, contributing to the growing scale of the local transfer market.
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