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The South African
5 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Thembinkosi Lorch set to leave Sundowns and join NEW club
Mamelodi Sundowns and Thembinkosi Lorch are set to part ways. Lorch is reportedly training on his own while his Masandawana teammates get ready for the new season at the Royal Marang Hotel. Now, new reports suggest the Sundowns star could follow his favourite coach back to North Africa! READ MORE • Five more Orlando Pirates players could leave as Ouaddou wants to trim squad further! READ MORE • Kaizer Chiefs handed golden opportunity to sign Djoumekou! Thembinkosi Lorch has returned back to Mamelodi Sundowns after completing his six-month loan deal at Wydad Athletic Club. The talented winger joined the North African giants in January, who were under the guidance of Rulani Mokwena at the time. Now, with Mokwena joining MC Alger, reports suggest Thembinkosi Lorch could soon be on his way to the Algerian giants! 'Lorch's future at Mamelodi Sundowns is hanging in the balance, with growing signs suggesting the winger is pushing for a move away from the club ahead of the new 2025/26 PSL season,' a Citizen report read. 'Phakaaathi understands that a possible reunion between Lorch and Mokwena is on the cards as he continues to keep fit on his own.' READ MORE • Orlando Pirates set their sights on another big-name signing! A move back to Wydad Athletic Club remains a possibility. But a reunion with Rulani Mokwena is now on the cards! Where would you like to see the Mamelodi Sundowns star go to next? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Lorch edging closer to Sundowns exit amid North African links
Phakaaathi understands that a possible reunion between Lorch and Mokwena is on the cards as he continues to keep fit on his own. Thembinkosi Lorch's future at Mamelodi Sundowns is hanging in the balance, with growing signs suggesting the winger is pushing for a move away from the club ahead of the new 2025/26 PSL season. While the Brazilians are currently in Rustenburg for pre-season preparations at the Royal Marang Hotel, Lorch has noticeably been training alone. Sources close to the situation have revealed to Phakaaathi that the 32-year-old is eager for a new challenge and is open to a permanent transfer. ALSO READ: Kotoko target Chiefs scalp in Toyota Cup His preference appears to be North Africa, where he enjoyed a fruitful loan stint at Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca during the second half of last season. Lorch rediscovered some of his best form in Morocco, culminating in a strong showing at the FIFA Club World Cup last month. Alger's Lorch interest? He scored against Italian giants Juventus in a spirited display despite Wydad suffering a 4-1 performances haven't gone unnoticed, with Algerian champions MC Alger who are now led by former Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena, keeping a close eye on the situation. Phakaaathi understands that a possible reunion between Lorch and Mokwena is on the cards as he continues to keep fit on his own. At this stage, it's not yet clear whether Wydad have made contact with Sundowns about a permanent transfer. For now, the experienced winger remains out of the Sundowns squad and is not expected to feature when the club kicks off their campaign against Richards Bay in the MTN8 quarter-finals on August 3. Exit more likely With Lorch training on his own and interest from North Africa heating up, it appears a Chloorkop exit is more likely at this stage. ALSO READ: Pirates confirm Lepasa exit Phakaaathi will continue to track developments around the former Orlando Pirates star's immediate future but indications are he's looking for a move away from the Betway Premiership champions.
IOL News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
From drip to dazzle: Thembinkosi Lorch's fashion game is a goal
Thembinkosi Lorch has mastered the art of blending high fashion with everyday cool. Image: Thembinkosi Lorch Instagram Move over, Cristiano Ronaldo and step aside, David Beckham - there's a new style king in town, and he goes by the name of Thembinkosi Lorch. Whether you know him as 'Nyoso' or simply as one of South Africa's most talented footballers, one thing is certain: Lorch is claiming his spot on the global fashion stage, one fit at a time. If you're among his hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram, you already know what time it is - Lorch isn't just serving skills on the field, he's serving serious looks off it. As we say in isiZulu, 'uyawudla ukotini' (loosely translated as 'this person can dress'). Trendy and dapper, these two words sum up Lorch's off-field image. Since his move to Morocco to join Wydad Athletic Club (on loan from Mamelodi Sundowns), the footballer has not missed a beat when it comes to maintaining - or even elevating - his fashion game. 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 Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Lorch has mastered the art of blending high fashion with everyday cool. He has a knack for making luxury fashion feel accessible and aspirational. His fashion choices are never boring - bold prints, designer sneakers and playful accessories are staples in his wardrobe. His signature look often includes standout pieces like chunky chains, statement watches and trendy bucket hats. But it's not just what he wears - it's how he wears it. There's a confidence, a swagger, that's uniquely Lorch. His streetwear is elevated by immaculate attention to detail. Whether he's wearing a simple white tee or a fully branded Gucci set, Lorch always adds that final touch - whether it's a limited-edition sneaker or an unexpected pop of colour - to tie the look together. One viral moment that had fashion lovers talking was when he posted a snap of himself wearing the Gucci Supreme Ace Mickey Mouse sneakers, a beige pair that retails for around $720 (R10 700). The sneakers were part of Gucci's Lunar New Year capsule collection, celebrating the Year of the Rat - a stylish nod to Mickey and Minnie Mouse. But that's not where the Gucci obsession ends. Scroll through his timeline and you'll spot a growing collection: from hats and tees to belts, bags and classic kicks. One of the most refreshing things about Lorch's fashion is his versatility. He doesn't confine himself to a single look. One day it's tailored formalwear, the next, it's ripped jeans, sneakers and bucket hats. His evolving style has not only won him fans across Africa but is also setting new standards for how athletes can express themselves off the pitch. Inspired? Here are five ways to style luxury wear the street way - Lorch style: Pair a designer shirt or jacket with plain jeans and classy sneakers for a balanced street-luxury look. Let your kicks do the talking. Invest in one bold, branded sneaker and build your outfit around it. Add chains, watches, bucket hats or branded caps to your wardrobe to elevate even the most basic outfit. Details make the difference. Lorch often rocks neutral tones with a single standout accessory. Try an all-black outfit with a bright bag or hat to channel that effortless cool. Don't shy away from eye-catching prints. Match them with solid neutrals or clash them boldly. Luxury fashion today is all about fearlessness.
The South African
10-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Mamelodi Sundowns to sell fan-favourite to North African giants?
Mamelodi Sundowns are set to sell Thembinkosi Lorch to Wydad Casablanca following his successful loan spell at the club. The 31-year-old winger made a total of 17 appearances for Wydad across all competitions since joining the club on loan from Downs. He was one of the club's best players at the FIFA Club World Cup, which is ongoing. According to reports, Sundowns are looking to sell Lorch after just 18 months at the club. 'Wydad Athletic Club are now reported to have finally reached an agreement to sign Thembinkosi Lorch on a permanent deal,' a KickOff report citing Al-Mountakhab read. 'Moroccan newspaper Al-Mountakhab now claims that Wydad have reached an agreement with Sundowns over the permanent transfer of Lorch. According to the Arabic outlet, His agent is said to have been in Morocco to finalise the deal.' Nyoso has never really settled at Downs since his high-profile move from Orlando Pirates in 2024. With Rulani Mokwena having left The Brazilians in July last year, Lorch's place in the team was always going to be threatened, given the galaxy of stars at the club. From the looks of things, Sundowns will be happy to sell Lorch in the coming weeks. So far, Masandawana have already parted ways with five players but are yet to make any signings. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
07-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Sundowns reach deal to sell Mzansi's beloved superstar!
Mamelodi Sundowns and Wydad Athletic Club have reportedly reached an agreement over the permanent signature of Thembinkosi Lorch. Lorch joined the Moroccan giants at the beginning of the year on a six-month loan deal. At the time, Rulani Mokwena was in charge of the Botola Pro club. However, following his departure from the club, many believed Lorch's time in Morocco was also up. That wasn't to be the case, with Lorch actually coming to the fore for Wydad after Mokwena's departure. READ MORE • Orlando Pirates cut ties with fan-favourite worth R14.5 million! READ MORE • Orlando Pirates transfer news: Bucs pushing to sign Bafana man! According to the latest transfer gossip, Mamelodi Sundowns have reached a deal to sell Thembinkosi Lorch to Wydad Athletic Club. Lorch made 17 appearances for Wydad across all competitions since joining the club. This includes three promising performances at the recently concluded Fifa Club World Cup! 'Wydad Athletic Club are now reported to have finally reached an agreement to sign Thembinkosi Lorch on a permanent deal,' a KickOff report citing Al-Mountakhab read. 'Moroccan newspaper Al-Mountakhab now claims that Wydad have reached an agreement with Sundowns over the permanent transfer of Lorch. According to the Arabic outlet, His agent is said to have been in Morocco to finalise the deal.' Lorch joined Mamelodi Sundowns back in 2024 following a lengthy spell at rivals Orlando Pirates. In total, the talented winger made 26 appearances for the Brazilians, scoring seven goals while assisting four more. READ MORE • Orlando Pirates plotting R10 million offer for marquee signing! What did you make of Thembinkosi Lorch's spell at Mamelodi Sundowns? Was it a good move to leave Orlando Pirates at the time? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
