Pirates Transfer News: Revealed – Mbokazi close to leaving Bucs in R50M deal

Orlando Pirates might lose their talented yougster Mbekezeli Mbokazi in the next couple of weeks.

The 20-year-old has been a revelation for the Sea Robbers and Mzansi football at large since making his debut in March. He swiftly rose through the ranks and is not only the first choice at his club, but Bafana Bafana as well.

He is seen as the future of Mzansi football alongside other youngsters who have come of age.

Mbokazi’s exploits have attracted some top teams already, with the latest one being from the United States. Reports have it that the defender’s agent is already abroad to discuss a deal with the club.

Mbokazi set for MLS switch!

“Orlando Pirates stand to make US$3-million if their captain, Mbekelezi Mbokazi, signs for Major League Soccer’s Chicago Fire this weekend,” Tribal Football reported.

“Mbokazi and his agent, Karabo Mathang-Tshabuse, arrived in the Windy City on Friday for talks with the club, who are offering Mbokazi a lengthy deal and Pirates a healthy transfer fee. It would be a massive windfall for the club, who bought Mbokazi through their junior ranks.

“If he signs for Chicago Fire, he will likely have played his last game for Pirates, even if the new MLS season does not start until February. Chicago Fire have been interested in Mbokazi for several months, tracking his playing progress but also investigating his personality,” they concluded.

It is interesting to see if Pirates will allow another highly-rated youngster leave after the exit of Mohau Nkota to the Saudi Pro League’ team Al-Ettifaq.