One of Mamelodi Sundowns' attackers, Kobamelo Kodisang, has secured a move to Europe ahead of the new season. The winger has officially joined Portuguese top-flight side AFS Vila das Aves on a season-long loan deal.
The Portuguese club has confirmed that they hold an option to make the move permanent next season, potentially signaling a long-term future for Kodisang in Europe.
Kodisang initially joined Sundowns from Moreirense last season but found playing time limited, making only 13 appearances across all competitions for the Brazilians.
This loan move provides him with a valuable opportunity to reignite his career. The 25-year-old boasts a wealth of prior experience in Portugal, having previously played for both Moreirense and Sporting Braga, which should aid his seamless reintegration into the league.
AFS’ STATEMENT ON KODISANG’S ARRIVAL
Kodisang joins AFS. The South African winger arrives on loan with an option to buy and is already training under José Mota.
Kobamelo Kodisang is back in Portugal, this time to play for Vila das Aves. The winger arrives at AFS on a one-year loan from Mamelodi Sundowns, with the club having the option to buy the player.
“It's good to be here and back in Portugal. It's actually like I never left. I arrived at an excellent club and now I'm going to try to give my best for AFS,” said Kodisang upon arrival, having adapted perfectly to this part of the country, as if he hadn't previously played for Moreira de Cónegos.
“The championship is very competitive and not easy. We always have to give our best, and we can't predict match results or the final standings. We have to give our all and try to finish as high as possible in the table.
“I'm someone who always tries to give my best, attacking and defending. I don't like to disappoint the fans. If they come to support us and encourage us, we have to give our all for them. I can guarantee this: I will give my all in every game. I hope that's enough to make the fans happy. I'm a good professional.
“The most important thing is to always give my best. If I do that, I help the team. And if the team improves, we're all happy. There's no “I” in a team; there's a collective that has to work.”
