Today’s Orlando Pirates transfer news involves Thalente Mbatha, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Tshegofatso Mabasa and a huge claim from Gavin Hunt.
Mbokazi to miss Kaizer Chiefs double header
Breakout star Mbekezeli Mbokazi, now a firm fixture in the Orlando Pirates XI, will miss both meetings with Kaizer Chiefs. The 19-year-old central defender is part of the South African U20 side at the most inopportune time for Pirates, ruling him out of these two matches. The U20 AFCON takes place between 26 April and 18 May.
Mbatha and Mabasa wanted by English Championship side Sunderland
Northeast English giants Sunderland, currently scrapping to fight their way back into the Premier League, are keen on two Bucs stars. The ‘Black Cats’ were relegated from the top-flight in 2016-2017. However, they’ve been there and thereabouts in the promotion places from the Championship ever since. They’re currently fourth with four games to play and already guaranteed a semi-final playoff place.
Hunt names his best Orlando Pirates player
Speaking on SuperSport TV at the weekend, Gavin Hunt believes Teboho Mokoena is the best player in the land, but his favourite Orlando Pirates player might surprise you. Meanwhile, he’s not convinced Lucas Ribeiro would shine at a smaller club.
Who’s the best player been at Pirates this season?
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