Orlando Pirates star Monnapule Saleng set to join shock PSL team
The Buccaneers and their talisman had a nasty fallout which resulted in him not playing a single minute for the club this year.
And now, reports suggest the talented winger will join a new team to resurrect his career.
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According to the latest transfer reports, Monnapule Saleng is set to join his former side Orbit College on loan!
Orbit College will play in the Betway Premiership next season after gaining promotion via the playoffs.
Now, SABC Sport are reporting that they'll be boosted by the return of Saleng to the club for the upcoming season.
'SABC Sport has established that Orlando Pirates are in advanced discussions to loan out winger Monnapule Saleng to their Betway Premiership rivals,' the publication reported.
'According to information gathered through sources in Bloemhof, where Saleng hails from in the North West, a reunion with his former employers is on the cards.'
Saleng made 70 appearances for Orlando Pirates, scoring 25 goals while assisting 17 more.
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What do you make of this rather surprise move away from Orlando Pirates? Will Saleng also be able to replicate his golden form at a newly promoted side? How many goals do you predict Saleng will score for Orbit College?
Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by emailing info@thesouthafrican.com or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
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