Betway Premiership side Stellenbosch FC have announced the departure of defender Turan Manafov, who has joined Gabala FC on loan.
Manafov joined Stellenbosch at the start of the 2025/26 season under then-coach Steve Barker. He made a handful of appearances for the club across all competitions. The club has since announced his departure on loan for the remainder of the current season.
AZERBAIJAN DEFENDER RETURNS HOME ON LOAN FROM STELLENBOSCH FC
“Stellenbosch FC can confirm that Turan Manafov has returned to Azerbaijan, where he will spend the remainder of the 2025-26 season on loan with Gabala FC,” the club said.
“The 27-year-old joined Stellenbosch at the start of the current campaign and made 10 appearances across all competitions, including outings across the Betway Premiership, Carling Knockout, and CAF Confederation Cup. The Club wishes Turan every success during his loan spell.”
GAVIN HUNT INTENDS TO ADD MORE PLAYERS FOR THE SECOND ROUND OF THE SEASON
Meanwhile, with the club having announced the arrival of three experienced players in the current transfer window, coach Gavin Hunt has revealed his intention to add more to the squad.
The club has signed Tshegofatso Mabasa on loan from Orlando Pirates. Kobamelo Kodisang has also joined on loan from Mamelodi Sundowns, while Mosa Lebusa has joined on a short-term deal as a free agent.
“Well, I am trying. I think we were short in the upfront, as you can see,” he said after the 1-0 win over Sekhukhune United.
“I mean, I played Devin [Titus] upfront tonight, and he was magnificent. So we only got two strikers and two or three four, wide players as well. All those types of areas.
“We are looking, and we are working hard. January is always the worst window to try to get players because people don’t want to let their players go. But we will keep trying. I got to get this squad better, and I got to get the players better without crying too much.”
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