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.

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

Who is rumoured to be heading to Sundowns?

Aphelele Teto

According to FARPost, Sundowns were 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. However, his signing did not happen.

Who is rumoured to be heading out of Sundowns?

Asekho Tiwani

According to Unplayable, Asekho Tiwani has attracted attention from sides in Europe with two clubs contacting his representatives regarding his availability. The interested clubs have reportedly been advised to get in touch with Sundowns.

Fawaaz Basadien

Fawaaz Basadien might be forced to leave Sundowns in January in search for regular playing time after coach Miguel Cardoso said he is “struggling” with intense competition at the club.

Cardoso admitted Basadien is behind Aubrey Modiba and Divine Lunga while Asekho Tiwani and Thato Sibiya are also competing for the same starting berth at left-back with him.

Fawaaz Basadien & Jayden Adams

Former Stellenbosch FC left-back Diego Brown wants Fawaaz Basadien and Jayden Adams (pictured) to leave Sundowns in January for a club that will guarantee them regular gametime to stay in contention for a place in the Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 World Cup.

Miguel Cardoso

The Sundowns coach has seen his future come into question this season as his team started the campaign poorly. In 10 PSL games, Sundowns have dropped nine points while they have exited two cup competitions already, adding pressure on the Portuguese boss. 

Kegan Johannes

Kegan Johannes thought he had sealed a deadline day move to Siwelele FC after agreeing a season-long loan deal. The defender signed his contract and was even announced but the deal fell through at the last minute when Siwelele FC discovered that they had exceeded their loan quota.

Kutlwano Letlhaku

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

The School of Excellence graduate was reported to be keen on the move but Sundowns opted not to sell.

Malibongwe Khoza

According to Soccer Laduma, the 21-year-old centre-back attracted interest from French Ligue 1 club Stade Rennais FC, who were keen to lure him after a breakthrough season at Sundowns, but the Brazilians held onto their asset.

Thapelo Maseko

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

Khuliso Mudau

The right-back hinted at the end of his five-year stay at Sundowns after a social media post that suggested he could be on his way out. He, however, stayed at the club.

Peter Shalulile

The Namibian forward was close to leaving Sundowns, with clubs in North Africa keen, but stayed on and has since broken the PSL scoring record.

Mamelodi Sundowns done deals

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Miguel Reisinho

Portuguese midfielder Miguel Reisinho became Mamelodi Sundowns’ fourth signing when he was unveiled on Friday September 26, 2025. The 26-year-old joined as a free agent, having left Boavista, after his contract ended at the conclusion of the 2024-25 season. He joined Fawaaz Basadien (Stellenbosch FC), Katlego Ntsabeleng (Dallas FC, loan), Nuno Santos (Vitoria Guimaraes, Portugal) as the club’s new signings.

Nuno Santos

Sundowns completed the signing of the Portuguese playmaker from Vitoria Guimaraes SC for a reported R20 million on deadline day. Nuno Santos is an attacking midfielder who is seen as the replacement for Lucas Ribeiro who left the club in controversial circumstances.

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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Lucas Ribeiro

Lucas Ribeiro was unveiled by Spanish second division 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 FIFA. The playmaker signed a one-year contract with the Spanish side.

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.