AmaZulu's attempts to lure two players hit contractual snags, sources say
The KwaZulu-Natal-born midfielder played 20 games in all competitions in 2024-25. Mhlongo has caught the eye of rival clubs with a source saying the player was spotted training with Usuthu on their return for preseason and recently completed a medical assessment with them.
'He was meant to sign the contract, everything was finalised, then boom, it appeared he is still under contract with Bay', the insider, who did not want to be named, said.
However, that door has apparently been shut, Bay maintaining the player remains contractually bound to them.
'Mhlongo's contract is left with two years and an option to extend for one year,' Bay chair Sfiso 'Jomo' Biyela said.
While that deal seems to have fallen through, after a mass offload of 16 players, AmaZulu have attempted to secure talented winger Maqokolo.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
TimesLIVE
3 hours ago
- TimesLIVE
AmaZulu mentally sharp, physically primed for MTN8 season kickoff clash
AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane feels a solid foundation has been laid for the new season after he steered them to a sixth-place finish in his first campaign in charge. Zwane took charge at Usuthu last season alongside Vusumuzi Vilakazi but was left in sole charge after the latter's departure in February. As they prepare for the new season, starting this weekend with their MTN8 quarterfinal away to Stellenbosch FC at Cape Town Stadium on Sunday (3pm), Zwane said consistency will be key for them this term. 'We always pray and plan to succeed. When I was allowed to lead, I wanted to come here and turn things around, not because I wanted to prove a point,' Zwane told the media during their press conference, where they unveiled four new players and a new kit. 'It is part of my job — every coach wants to win, every coach wants to end the season in a respectable position. 🔥 Si on! Let's gooooooooooo! #WafaWafa #MTN8 — MTN8 Wafa Wafa! (@MTN8) July 16, 2025 'I think the previous season helped me a lot in terms of growth. I learnt a lot of things. 'I learnt to work with new players who I could see from a distance in terms of the behaviour, the attitude, the challenges they are going through and how to manage all those things. 'Once we make our players happy, you can win even the games you feel you don't deserve to win. I think, given the opportunity, I would like to thank everyone who was behind the club during the difficult times.' Usuthu unveiled signings Thando Ngwenya, Keagan Allan, Darren Johnson and Ryan Moon as they bolster the team for the new season. On their clash against Stellies, Zwane said: 'Difficult one, Stellenbosch are not an easy team to play against. We are playing in Cape Town. They know the conditions where they are based. 'So, for us, it will be the case of adapting there and dealing with everything that comes our way. Mentally and physically, the guys are ready and they know the importance of us going to the next round.' MTN8 fixtures Saturday: Sunday:
IOL News
4 hours ago
- IOL News
WATCH: Stellenbosch FC ready to 'carry Cape football' as new season gets underway against AmaZulu
Stellenbosch FC will face AmaZulu in the MTN8 quarterfinal at Cape Town Stadium on Sunday. Picture: BackpagePix Image: BackpagePix JOHANNESBURG - Stellenbosch FC are ready to be the Western Cape flagbearers in South Africa's football top-tier this season, according to veteran goalkeeper Lee Langeveldt. Local rivals Cape Town City were relegated at the end of last season, while Stellies finished in a credible third position for the second consecutive season. The Winelands club also finished runners-up in the MTN8, and enjoyed a dream run to the semi-finals in the Caf Confederation Cup. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Langeveldt feels the Maroons have become accustomed to carrying the Cape football's hopes on their shoulders. 'I think over the past few seasons, I think we were basically carrying Cape Town football,' Langeveldt said at the MTN8 launch at the SuperSport Studios in Randburg. 'Last season we won a trophy, this season we want to continue with that, winning trophies. Last season we made it to the semi-final of Caf, final of top 8, and 3rd in the league. Now it's the next hurdle to hopefully win the League and win another trophy.' Betway Premiership championship success might be a steep mountain to climb considering Mamelodi Sundowns' depth of talent and resources, but Steve Barker's charges will certainly have a crack at the MTN8 title they came so close to annexing last season. A strong showing in the MTN8 will also give Stellenbosch the confidence that they can sustain a strong challenge in the League after another off-season that has seen major exits at Danie Craven Stadium. Our first match of the season is just over a week away 🔜 🆚 AmaZulu FC 🏆 #MTN8 quarter-final 🏟 DHL Stadium, Cape Town 📅 3 August 2025 🕙 15h00 📺 SABC Sport & SuperSport 🎟️ R60.00 from Open Tickets — Stellenbosch FC (@StellenboschFC) July 25, 2025 Ivorian central defender Ismael Toure has moved to the UAE, while midfielder Sihle Nduli and left wing-back Fawaaz Basadien have moved up to the highveld rivals Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns respectively. Langeveldt believes Stellenbosch have showed that they can regroup after similar high-profile departures like Ashley du Preez, Jayden Adams, Iqraam Rayners and Zitha Kwinike in recent seasons. 'I think it's the model of the club, we're always going to lose our quality players, but we always replace well,' he said. 'I think credit to the recruitment department, there's always a plan in place if we do lose these players. 'We've proven over the last couple of years that we can do it, and hopefully we can continue like that, always bringing the same quality of players.' The 38-year-old is unlikely to feature in Sunday's MTN8 quarter-final against AmaZulu having recently been assimilated into the Stellies' coaching staff with Sage Stephens and Oscarine Masuluke set to battle it out for the No 1 jersey, but Langeveldt is elated that the club will at least face the Usuthu at Cape Town Stadium after their gypsy-like existence last season. Stellenbosch played 'home' matches in Durban, Gqeberha and even Pretoria last season. 'At least we're playing in Cape Town, so that's a positive,' he said. ' Hopefully, D.C. (Danie Craven Stadium) will be sorted soon and we can play in Stellenbosch where most of our supporters are. 'Yeah, Amazulu, it's going to be a tough match. I think they're a good team. They released a couple of players over the off-season, I think it's more than 15 if I'm not mistaken. 'So they're in a re-building phase, hopefully we can use that advantage to our advantage.'
The Herald
6 hours ago
- The Herald
Regional racing returns to Victory Raceway
The fifth round of the DO4SA Regional Dirt Oval Championship takes place at Victory Raceway on Victoria Drive in Walmer on Saturday evening, with just two rounds left in the championship that sees races taking place at both Victory and PE Oval Track Raceway on Mission Road in the Greenbushes area. In the 1600 Stock Class, Pieter de Lange has dominated, holding a large lead in the championship with a 102-point advantage over second-placed Ruben Barnard, with Deon Kretzmann in third place. The 1600 Stock Class continues to grow with a mix of youngsters moving up through the ranks from the development and rookie classes, as well as some seasoned racers enjoying the competitiveness that the class offers. In the fiercely fought 1660 Modified Saloons class, Nadia Rautenbach has moved up into third place, a mere two points behind Charne Schuin, who is just 25 points behind championship leader Marthinus Muller. In the 2.1 Modified Class, Malcolm Els is leading the charge and has stretched his lead over Rimon Landman to 55 points with Dawid 'Baba' Grundlingh in third, a further 33 points adrift. The Hot Rod class has a runaway leader in Kiaan Aylward, who now has a huge 239-point lead over Ludolf Olckers, with Annuschke Landman a further 28 points behind in third place. Danie de Vos (SA2) is comfortably in control of the Heavy Metal Class despite bombing out of the last round and not making it into the final. It has allowed Joshua Sletcher to close down the gap to 40 points in second, and David Victor 53 points behind in third. In the V8 American Saloon Class, Juan Roesstorff is the new championship leader with a 58-point advantage over Wayne Holland, who has moved up into second place, with Rohan van Vuuren dropping down to third place, trailing Holland by 31 points. This event is also the seventh round of the Victory Raceway Club Championship where Marthinus Muller leads the 1660 class by 104 points, Danie de Vos the Heavy Metal class by 187 points, Annuschke Landman the Hot Rod class by 60 points, Rimon Landman the 2.1 Modified class by 152 points, Reghardt Joubert the 1600 Saloons by 64 points and Juan Roesstorff the American Saloons by 121 points. The gates to Victory Raceway open at 1pm with racing set to start at 5pm. Upcoming events: August 2: Algoa Kart Club Championship round 5 at the Celso Scribante Kart Circuit August 9: Algoa Motorsport Club Circuit Racing round 5 at Aldo Scribante Raceway; Slake Motorcycle Enduro at Bushmans River. Navigational Enduro August 16: Inner City Motorcycle Enduro, Baakens Valley August 22: Regional Extreme Festival, East London Grand Prix Circuit August 30: Alles-op-Wiele Car Show at Daniel Pienaar Technical High School. The Herald
