Orlando Pirates have confirmed the signing of seven more players ahead of busy 2025/26 Premier Soccer League campaign.
The Soweto giants have been restructuring their squad and technical team since coach Jose Riveiro's exit at the end of the 2024/25 season following the expiry of his contract with the club.
Abdeslam Ouaddou has since been confirmed as the new tactician, and his first piece of business was to sign Sipho Mbule to strengthen the midfield. There have been rumours about the new playes the Sea Robbers have brought on board for the forthcoming season.
On Thursday morning, all speculations were and doubts were quashed after an official announcement from the club.
Who have Pirates signed?
“After weeks of speculation and countless headlines across the football social media landscape, Orlando Pirates Football Club can officially confirm the signings of Yanela Mbuthuma (from Richards Bay), Masindi Nemtajela (Marumo Gallants), Tshepang Moremi (Amazulu), Nkosikhona Ndaba (Richards Bay), Sinoxolo Kwayiba (Chippa United), Tshepo Mashiloane (Baroka), and Sihle Nduli (Stellenbosch),” Bucs stated.
“The new crop of players will join their new teammates later this morning for Day 1 of preseason.
“The day will comprise of a series of medical and physical assessments, an essential step in ensuring every player is equipped for the rigours of the campaign ahead. Club doctors and performance staff will meticulously guide the players through baseline tests and evaluations, which is vital not only for fitness tracking, but also for tailoring individual training plans.
“Following the tests – the new players will be taken through an induction process that all new players undergo.
“Transitioning to a club of Orlando Pirates’ stature goes beyond the pitch. The new signings will have the opportunity to interact with some of the club legends such as Edward Motale, Lucky Lekgwathi, Happy Jele, and other legends. This, coupled with a series of visits, which includes a trip to Soweto to visit a place that they will be calling home for the 2025/26 season – Orlando Stadium, the Meca of South African Football,” they concluded.
