Polokwane City FC have bolstered their attacking options ahead of the 2026/27 PSL season with the signing of forward Lucky Malatsi, FARPost can reveal.
The Limpopo-based outfit secured the striker’s services on a permanent deal from Orbit College FC, who recently got relegated from the Betway Premiership to the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
Malatsi spent the previous campaign at Orbit having joined them from Lerumo Lions FC. He featured in 13 matches across all competitions and found the back of the net once for the Pogiso Makhoye-coached side.
Prior to his move to Orbit, the forward had been a key figure for Lerumo since their days competing in the SAFA North West ABC Motsepe League. He remained with the club until they secured professional status in the South African second tier ahead of the 2025/26 season.
As a result, Lerumo will be benefiting from Malatsi’s move to Polokwane City, as they will receive a sign-on fee for nurturing his talent during his time at the club in the amateur league.
Lerumo, owned by Sibongile Marokana, purchased the Motsepe Foundation Championship franchise of Pretoria Callies last term. They went on to enjoy a commendable maiden campaign in the professional ranks, finishing seventh on the log with 42 points from 30 matches.
LUCKY MALATSI SECURES PERMANENT MOVE TO POLOKWANE CITY FC
Malatsi is set for a fresh chapter in the South African football elite league. This publication can confirm that the Rise and Shine management have concluded a deal to bring the frontman to Polokwane as they look to strengthen their striking force.
FARPost can further reveal that Malatsi has put pen to paper on a three-year contract with an option to extend for an additional two seasons.
In addition, Malatsi becomes the fourth signing for the Phuti Mohafe-coached side ahead of the new campaign. Polokwane City have already been busy, raiding the lower divisions to unearth raw talent. The club has secured the signatures of three players from the SAFA Free State ABC Motsepe League outfit, Mangaung Unite.
The three new arrivals from the amateur side are forward Vuyo Kopamotse, midfielder Tshepang Matube, and left-back Mtheto Mosotho.
Last campaign, Rise and Shine finished in seventh place with 40 points from 30 outings, qualifying for the MTN8 Cup for yet another season.
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