Mamelodi Sundowns appear ready to part ways with controversial midfielder Sipho Mbule after a turbulent loan spell at Sekhukhune United. As multiple player contracts near their June expiration, the reigning Premiership champions are already making big calls, and Mbule seems unlikely to survive the cut.
Sekhukhune drops Mbule amid new indiscipline allegations
Sources close to the situation confirm that Sekhukhune United plan to release Mbule before the season wraps up, following yet another alleged incident of misconduct. Earlier this year, the midfielder met with management over a confrontation involving a member of the technical team, an issue that was ultimately resolved.
However, this latest episode appears to have tested Sekhukhune’s patience beyond repair.
Sundowns willing to cut ties as contract nears end
Now back on Sundowns’ radar, Mbule’s fate hangs in the balance. His contract expires at the end of June, and while the club holds an option to extend it, insiders reveal they are leaning toward cutting their losses.
“The loan move was meant to give Mbule time to get more minutes on the field and fight his way back to Chloorkop,” a source told this publication. “At first, the former SuperSport United player was doing well, and it appeared Sundowns would consider having him back.”
But recent developments have shifted the narrative. The club now seems ready to move on.
Will Kaizer Chiefs take a gamble?
Mbule’s imminent exit may reignite interest from Kaizer Chiefs, who previously showed serious intent to sign him before Sundowns swooped in. The big question, will his disciplinary record, reportedly including turning up to training intoxicated, deter the Soweto giants?
With Sundowns closing the door, all eyes now turn to potential suitors brave enough to bet on the talented but troubled midfielder.
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