Pictures spotted: New African midfielder at Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates are not yet finished with player announcements. So far, the club has confirmed Sipho Mbule, Yanela Mbuthuma, Masindi Nemtajela, Tshepang Moremi, Nkosikhona Ndaba, Sinoxolo Kwayiba, Tshepo Mashiloane and Sihle Nduli.
Coming up next is the 23-year-old Mali international central midfielder Abdoulaye Mariko from Djoliba AC, who has signed a two-year deal.
Mariko, who is described as a workhorse in central midfield, was spotted doing his fitness and medical test at Orlando Pirates on Saturday.
Pictures spotted: New Orlando Pirates superstar Abdoulaye Mariko doing his medical and test fitness. Image: orlandopirates/Instagram
Revealed: New Chiefs star was wanted Sundowns and Pirates Abdoulaye Mariko does his medical test as a new Bucs player. Image: orlandopirates/Instagram Makhehleni Makhaula
Thalente Mbatha
Simphiwe Selepe
Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo
Goodman Mosele
Selaelo Rasebotja
Sipho Mbule
Sihle Nduli
Masindi Nemtajela
Abdoulaye Mariko
*Kabelo Dlamini plays most games as a 10.
In the meantime, Ndlondlo is poised to join Chippa United before the new Betway Premiership season starts.
Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1
Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The South African
35 minutes ago
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs to finally announce eight players
Betway Premiership and Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs will end plenty of speculations this week. The transfer window will officially open. 30 June is the end of existing football deals before new moves can be announced. This means Kaizer Chiefs will begin to announce eight of their reported new signings for next season. The list is expected to include standout names like Thabiso Monyane, Paseka Mako, known from Orlando Pirates and Ethan Chislett. Kaizer Chiefs news: Number 10 race and Khanye's big opinion Thabiso Monyane (left) and Paseka Mako (right) with Orlando Pirates during the 204/25 Betway Premiership season. Images: @orlandopirates/X According to reports over the previous weeks, Kaizer Chiefs have signed three full-backs, a central defender, a winger, an attacking midfielder and two centre forwards. Orlando Pirates news: Ancestor advice and new number six The former Orlando Pirates duo, Mako and Monyane, became the earliest signings after disagreeing on new deals with the Buccaneers, and the same can be said of Chilsett and his former club, Port Vale FC, in England. The latest reports from last weekend revealed that former Bafana Bafana defender Thibang Phete has left Icelandic side Vestri, while ex-KZN Academy defender Nkanyiso Shinga is joining Kaizer Chiefs after a transfer fee agreement with his Portuguese club Alverca. Additionally, the Guinea-Bissau international striker, Flavio Silva, who was born in Portugal, has reportedly arrived in Johannesburg to join Kaizer Chiefs. Thabiso Monyane, 25, right-back, from Orlando Pirates Paseka Mako, 31, left-back, from Orlando Pirates Nkanyiso Shinga, 25, left-back, from Alverca Thibang Phete, 30, central defender/midfielder, from Vestri Asanele Velebayi, 22, winger, from Cape Town Spurs Ethan Chislett, 26, attacking midfielder, from Port Vale Etiosa Ighodaro, 25, striker, from Mamelodi Sundowns Flavio Silva, 30, striker, from Persebaya Surabaya. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
35 minutes ago
- IOL News
Kaizer Chiefs transfer update: Clement Mzize likely to stay with Young Africans in Tanzania
BLOW FOR CHIEFS Despite interest from Kaizer Chiefs, Young Africans striker Clement Mzize (with the ball), who had a standout season with 14 goals and five assists, is considering staying at his Tanzanian club due to his ongoing contract and new opportunities. Picture: Nabil Ramdani/BackpagePix Mzize, though, revealed he is still under contract with Yanga. Chiefs, of course, finished their second successive season outside the top eight in the league and will be expected for a vastly improved 2025/2026 season. The 21-year-old had a top season for Yanga with 14 goals and five assists, and with Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi intent on beefing up his squad, the youngster was seen as a great addition. As the rumours continue to swirl around Kaizer Chiefs signing Clement Mzize, the Young Africans (Yanga) striker seems set on staying put with his Tanzanian club. Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Mzize's Future at Young Africans: Exploring New Opportunities Amid Contract and Offers 'Of course, I want to explore new opportunities to grow my career. I've had wonderful moments at Young Africans, and as I've mentioned, I'm still under contract,' Mzize told the Guardian. 'So everything will be handled through my management, and we'll see what happens next.' While it seemed that Mzize won't be going anywhere, he did hint that he may just be considering some offers. 'I've had a great season - winning the Premier League crown and scoring in the derby. 'It's an immense feeling, and I'm grateful to be here. It's true that I've received offers, but as a player, I can't disclose them. Though Chiefs did win their first piece of silverware in a decade when they beat Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup final last month, it did not hide the fact that the AmaKhosi had a disappointing season in the Betway Premiership. Since the end of the season, the rumour mills have begun to swirl about high-profile transfers with Percy Tau even linked with a possible move to Chiefs. Earlier this month, Chiefs confirmed that Ranga Chivaviro had left the club with immediate effect. The forward joined Chiefs in June 2023, and the club chose not to extend his two-year contract. @Michael_Sherman IOL Sport
The South African
35 minutes ago
- The South African
OFFICIAL: Orlando Pirates sign Malian midfield maestro
Orlando Pirates are revamping their squad so they can mount a challenge for Betway Premiership and Champions League glory. Aboudlaye Mariko arrives from Djoliba AC. What will the 23-year-old bring to the party? 'Ouaddou could beat Chiefs with a relegation team' The Sea Robbers have swooped to sign the relatively unknown Abdoulaye Mariko from Djoliba. The midfield schemer played seven times in the Champions League last season. Kabelo Kgositsile, Masindi Nemtajela, Nkosikhona Ndaba, Tshepo Mashiloane, Sihle Nduli, Tsepang Moremi, Sinoxolo Kwayiba, Yanela Mbuthuma and Sipho Mbule are all expected to become Pirates players during the winter window. Is Moremi the new Segolela? Ouaddou had a colourful career that wasn't short of some controversy. Image: Sowetan Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana wide forward Relebohile Mofokeng seems destined for a big-money move away from South Africa. He racked up a staggering 49 appearances in the 2024-2025 season across all competitions. Arguably the club's most important operator, that sample of matches included 12 goals and 15 assists. It's a stellar output for any player, let alone one who only exited his teens in October 2024. Pirates make their move for exciting PSL striker? Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
