Latest news with #SiweleleFC
The South African
2 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
R20 million Mamelodi Sundowns star wanted by Siwelele FC
A Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder is a wanted man in the Free State. Siwelele FC, the PSL newcomers who purchased SuperSport United FC's Betway Premiership status are hoping to make a big statement by signing a top quality midfielder. According to the latest developments, Siwelele FC are ready to bring one of the province's favourite footballers back home. READ MORE • Orlando Pirates set their sights on another big-name signing! Siwelele FC are eyeing up a move for Masandawana midfield maestro Neo Maema! Having made just six starts for Mamelodi Sundowns last season, Maema struggled to break into Miguel Cardoso's preferred starting eleven. And now, reports suggest the former Bloemfontein Celtic ace could return back to the Free State! 'Some of the (former SuperSport United) players won't be there for Siwelele and that's why the club is looking at bringing in new players,' an insider told Soccer Laduma . 'There are players who have been going through trials and there are players that the technical team and management are scouting and Neo Maema is one of them. They have enquired from Mamelodi Sundowns and they are waiting to hear from them. But he is one of the targeted players.' Maema, 29-years-old, has made 189 top-flight appearances in the PSL. He has 19 goals to his name while assisting 20 more! READ MORE • Orlando Pirates plotting R10 million offer for marquee signing! He undoubtedly has the quality and talent to succeed at Mamelodi Sundowns. So what do you think is going wrong for him at Chloorkop? Should he move back home to reignite his career? 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
2 days ago
- Business
- The Citizen
I won't be involved in the running of Siwelele FC
Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie says he will not be involved in the running of Siwelele FC. The Citizen reports McKenzie had to clarify his role in the new club after his son Calvin Le' John bought the status of SuperSport United for a reported fee of R50m and renamed it Siwelele FC. 'Siwelele FC is a very small part of my family's portfolio and there's bigger things which I was not involved in. Why will I get involved in that? I would have been involved as a supporter, as a minister I'm not allowed to get involved,' McKenzie told the media as reported by SABC Sport. 'I'm just happy Siwelele Samasele is back in the Free State. My heart breaks when I saw the lies that people of the Free State have been told, every year, believe me. Every year there's some failed business man that wants to be famous, he'll tell the people, 'I'm bringing Siwelele back' and the people will be happy. 'Every year without fail and when they do bring it back, then they sell it. My son didn't bring it back for financial reasons, it's not gonna pay rent for the family, he brought it back because Siwelele is a culture, it's our heritage, there's something missing in my soul as a Free Stater if Siwelele is not back. 'I will not be involved in the running of Siwelele,' he added.
The Citizen
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Citizen
I'll not be involved in the running of Siwelele
'I'm just happy Siwelele Samasele is back in the Free State," said McKenzie. Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie says he will not be involved in the running of Siwelele FC. McKenzie had to clarify his role in the new club after his son Calvin Le' John bought the status of SuperSport United for a reported fee of R50 million and renamed it Siwelele FC. ALSO READ: Cardoso grateful to Sundowns and staff after PSL nomination 'Siwelele FC is a very small part of my family's portfolio and there's bigger things which I was not involved in. Why will I get involved in that? I would have been involved as a supporter, as a minister I'm not allowed to get involved,'McKenzie told the media as reported by SABC Sport. 'I'm just happy Siwelele Samasele is back in the Free State. My heart breaks when I saw the lies that people of the Free State have been told, every year, believe me. Every year there's some failed business man that wants to be famous, he'll tell the people, 'I'm bringing Siwelele back' and the people will be happy. ALSO READ: 'Very crucial' for Banyana to win against Senegal 'Every year without fail and when they do bring it back, then they sell it. My son didn't bring it back for financial reasons, it's not gonna pay rent for the family, he brought it back because Siwelele is a culture, it's our heritage, there's something missing in my soul as a Free Stater if Siwelele is not back. 'I will not be involved in the running of Siwelele,' he added.
The South African
3 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs news: Lost relationship and new midfielder
It's fair to say Kaizer Chiefs have lost a reliable recruitment relationship following the abrupt sale of SuperSport United to the newly formed Siwelele FC. The now-defunct SuperSport United had become a trusted talent pipeline for Kaizer Chiefs, supplying three signings in just two years. While it was a free transfer, the relationship came to life in 2023 with the arrival of Botswana international Thatayaone Ditlhokwe, who joined Amakhosi that year. The centre-back quickly established himself as a mainstay in Amakhosi's defence before he was sold to Al-Ittihad in Libya last term. Orlando Pirates respond to R120m Mofokeng news In January 2025, the two clubs agreed on the sale of striker Tashreeq Morris, who signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the Soweto giants. Known for his physical style and attacking instincts, Morris was brought in to add experience and presence to the frontline… Full story here. R20 million paid into Kaizer Chiefs bank account? Former Kaizer Chiefs midfield ace, Willard Katsande, believes the Betway Premiership giants have signed a gem of a midfielder in Siphesihle Ndlovu. Kaizer Chiefs bolstered their squad ahead of the 2025/26 season, adding Ethan Chislett, Flavio Silva, Thabiso Monyane, Paseka Mako, Nkanyiso Shinga, and, notably, Siphesihle Ndlovu, signed from the now-defunct SuperSport United. According to Katsande, Ndlovu is the standout deal. As a former captain and midfield enforcer at Amakhosi, Katsande's opinion carries weight. His endorsement of Ndlovu speaks volumes about the club's recent activities in the transfer market. Siphesihle Ndlovu in the colours of SuperSport United against Kaizer Chiefs at the FNB Stadium. Image: IOL 'He's my boy. Because you can see the way he poses. Trust me, I've been a fan of him for some time,' Katsande said… Full story here. 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.
The South African
5 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs star eyed by new PSL club in shock transfer twist
Kaizer Chiefs have stepped up efforts to trim their squad before the 2025/2026 campaign kicks off, and newly formed Siwelele FC have already made their move for one of the club's out-of-favour stars. Amakhosi plan to part ways with several players who no longer fit into their technical team's strategy, including winger Tebogo Potsane, despite him having a year left on his current contract. A source confirmed that Siwelele FC, who recently took over SuperSport United's PSL status, have identified the 31-year-old Potsane as a priority signing. 'Most of the players at SuperSport United which Siwelele FC bought are running out on their (respective) contracts. And the club is looking at reinforcing with new players. They have enquired about Tebogo Potsane from Kaizer Chiefs. The club has already started their training in Johannesburg and they are believed to have seen that they need a player like Potsane in the team and that's why they have enquired about him,' a source revealed. Potsane joined the Glamour Boys in 2023 on a three-year deal expected to run until 30 June 2026. But since arriving at Naturena, the former Bloemfontein Celtic and Royal AM winger has struggled to cement a regular starting place. Chiefs are now open to letting the player move on. And the enquiry from Siwelele FC may provide both parties with a timely solution. Although he remains contracted for another season. Potsane features prominently on Chiefs' list of possible departures as the club rebuilds under its evolving technical direction. The interest from Siwelele FC, who have already begun pre-season training in Johannesburg. Signals a fresh opportunity for the experienced winger to revive his career with a club looking to make a strong impression in their debut PSL campaign. Will the Kaizer Chiefs forgotten man make the move? 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.
