Mamelodi Sundowns Transfer News: Latest rumours, gossip and done deals

Mamelodi Sundowns are known for their big spending in the transfer market and after winning the 2024-25 PSL title, they are expected to go big again for the 2025-26 campaign.

Sundowns won their eighth straight league title with a record 73 points, having won 24 of their 28 games, 12 points more than second-placed Orlando Pirates, in what was yet another dominant season.

The Brazilians also reached the CAF Champions League final, their first since 2016, but fell short when it mattered most, and will want to right those wrongs in 2025-26.

Sundowns have even more money now as besides their deep pockets, they have banked more from reaching the Champions League final and $12.49 million from their FIFA Club World Cup participation which means more spending is expected in the transfer market.

Coach Miguel Cardoso made it clear that he will look to trim his squad which means a number of players are in danger of leaving.

So, what are the latest rumours, gossip and deals involving Mamelodi Sundowns?

Who is rumoured to be heading to Sundowns?

Khulumani Ndamane

According to SABC, TS Galaxy defender Khulumani Ndamane is close to signing for Sundowns as he is currently discussing personal terms with the PSL champions.

Aphelele Teto

According to FARPost, Sundowns are reportedly close to signing South African winger Aphelele Teto after visa issues ended his spell with Livingston FC in Scotland. The 22-year-old impressed on loan at Chippa United earned Bafana caps, but couldn’t secure a UK work permit.

Who is rumoured to be heading out of Sundowns?

Lucas Ribeiro

Lucas Ribeiro was unveiled by Spanish second division club Spanish club CyD Leonesa on Friday September 12 amid an ongoing dispute with Mamelodi Sundowns.

Ribeiro was presented as a new player for the team despite Sundowns not agreeing to his departure and not officially releasing him, with a legal dispute set to take place at the Court for Arbitration of Sport.

The playmaker signed a one-year contract with the Spanish side and is looking to begin a new chapter of his career in Europe.

Kutlwano Letlhaku

According to iDiski Times, Sundowns have received an offer that could rise to R30 million from a Portuguese club for winger Kutlwano Letlhaku.

The School of Excellence graduate is reported to be keen on the move but Sundowns are yet to make a decision whether to sell or not.

Malibongwe Khoza

According to Soccer Laduma, the 21-year-old centre-back is attracting interest from French Ligue 1 club Stade Rennais FC who are keen to lure him after a breakthrough season at Sundowns.

Thapelo Maseko

As per SABC, Mamelodi Sundowns have rejected an initial offer from Cyprus club Aris for Thapelo Maseko. Aris are looking to get Maseko on loan but Sundowns are not happy with the offer.

Khuliso Mudau

The right-back has hinted at the end of his five-year stay at Sundowns after a social media post that suggests he could be on his way out. Khuliso Mudau’s contract expired on June 30 and he posted a cryptic message on Instagram which read: ““A good dancer knows when to leave the dance floor Akiri”.

Peter Shalulile

The Namibian forward look to have decided against moving after Sundowns extended his contract and started his first match when they beat Magesi 2-0, scoring the second goal to equal the PSL scoring record of 129 goals.

Mamelodi Sundowns done deals

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Katlego Ntsabeleng

The midfielder was signed on loan from MLS club Dallas FC in a bid to bolster the midfield after the departure of a number of players in the position.

Fawaaz Basadien

The left-back became the first off-season signing for Sundowns when he was unveiled on Saturday July 26 from Stellenbosch FC where he had attracted interest from a host of clubs, including Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs.

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Rushine De Reuck

The defender completed his move to Tanzanian giants Simba SC, who are coached by South African Fadlu Davids.

Thembinkosi Lorch

Nyoso finally sealed a permanent transfer to Moroccan giants Wydad AC after spending six months on loan at the club.

Neo Maema

The midfielder, who captained Bafana Bafana at CHAN 2024, was released and landed a deal with Tanzania giants Simba SC.

Matias Esquivel

The Argentine midfielder, who joined Sundowns for big money, has been loaned out for a season at Greek club FC Kifisia. 

Kobamelo Kodisang

The winger has returned to Portugal and signed for AVS Futebol on a season-long loan after a nightmare 2024-25 campaign at Sundowns when he did not get opportunities to play.

Sanele Shabalala

The goalkeeper (pictured left) was released after struggling for game time with Ronwen Williams, Dennis Onyango and Jody February all ahead of him.  

Thabang Sibayoni

The striker spent last season on loan at Richards Bay and then with Magesi FC and has been deemed surplus to requirements.

Sifiso Ngobeni

The left-back spent last season on loan at AmaZulu and has also found himself surplus to requirements at Sundowns.

Lebohang Maboe

The midfielder left Sundowns after seven years that saw him win seven trophies and make 183 appearances.

Sipho Mbule

Midfielder Sipho Mbule spent last season on loan at Sekhukhune United but he is now a free agent after Sundowns decided against extending his stay at Chloorkop after five years on their books.

Rivaldo Coetzee

Defender Rivaldo Coetzee was released at the end of his deal, after injuries decimated him in his time at the club, having been at Sundowns since 2017.

Lucas Suarez

Argentine defender Lucas Suarez was let go after his six-month loan spell ended with Sundowns deciding against exercising their option to sign him permanently and he has returned to Club Atletico Lanus.