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Latest update: Saleng’s issues at Orlando Pirates revealed
Monnapule Saleng’s standoff with Orlando Pirates is currently the hottest topic in the local footballing scene.
Saleng has been a standout performer for the Buccaneers over recent years, however the relationship appears to have turned sour this season.
While much speculation has been making the headlines, a new update by reputable sportscaster Robert Marawa has been issued!
Marawa confirms Orlando Pirates fans’ biggest fears
Robert Marawa has confirmed that Monnapule Saleng is not missing from the Orlando Pirates match-day squad to injury or illness, but rather due to off-field politics!
The legendary sportscaster has claimed that Monnapule Saleng is unhappy with ‘treatment’ and ‘contractual undertakings that are not met’ at Orlando Pirates.
🔴 Chap is unhappy with treatment and contractual undertakings that are not met. There’s been a serious push-back and no end in sight. It’s an ongoing story with many levels and very personal issues that need to be addressed. 🔴
— robertmarawa (@robertmarawa) February 19, 2025
In other news, Orlando Pirates are challenging on three fronts in the second half of the season.
Having already lifted the MTN8 title, an incredible quadruple remains a possibility for Jose Riveiro’s side.
The Buccaneers are pushing hard to challenge Mamelodi Sundowns in the Betway Premiership.
Furthermore, Jose Riveiro’s side are still competing in the Nedbank Cup and CAF Champions League.
Two more promotions loading at Pirates
According to the latest transfer gossip, two more Diski Challenge players are set to be promoted to the Orlando Pirates first team.
Jose Riveiro needs as much depth as possible with a full schedule looming, and two reserve team talents are set to be gradually introduced to his squad.
According to local publication Soccer Laduma, Neo Mokoena (winger) and Mbekezeli Mbokazi (defender) have both been earmarked for first team roles in Mayfair.
The duo are already in first team training and have reportedly impressed Jose Riveiro.
20y 2m 26d – Relebohile Mofokeng is the youngest PSL player in CAF Champions League history to score in three consecutive #CAFCL matches (20y 2m 26d) & the first ever to do so under the age of 21. Newsletter.
10 stats from the PSL & CAF weekend🔗: https://t.co/LqOgnOda5L pic.twitter.com/QahrN0bSxf
— OptaJabu (@OptaJabu) January 20, 2025
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