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Orlando Pirates transfers: Basadien, Madiba, R17 million injection incoming
Orlando Pirates have several defensive targets in their crosshairs and they could also be earning R17 million very soon.
Pirates on the brink of Caf Champions League knockouts
With a win against Belouizdad on Sunday, Pirates will seal their spot in this season’ Caf Champions League quarter-finals. That comes with a serious cash windfall of R17 million.
💰 R17 Million Match
A win for Orlando Pirates against CRB on Sunday will seal a place in the #TotalEnergiesCAFCL Quarterfinals.
In addition to pride and history, CAF’s prize money for Quarterfinals qualification is USD 900 000 (R17 million). pic.twitter.com/sjqU8WSpyL
— Football SA (@SAFootClassics) January 10, 2025
Basadien to replace Maela?
According to Soccer Laduma, the Sea Robbers are willing to offer Innocent Maela or Paseka Mako plus cash to sign Stellies’ in-demand left-back Fawaaz Basadien. The 27-year-old has been a mainstay down that flank for the Winelands club, and his form has seen him earn national team recognition. He has two goals and two assists from 10 Betway Prem appearances this term, a stellar output for a full-back.
Madiba spotted in training
Siyabonga Ndlozi and Yanga Madiba have been spotted training with the Bucs’ first team. It’s expected that both will play some part in the remainder of the campaign as Pirates challenge for silverware on several fronts. Who are these players?
Ndlozi is a 22-year-old attacker who can play across the front line in the wide areas. Meanwhile, Madiba is a promising left-back who’s seen as a natural successor to veterans Innocent Maela and Deon Hotto. Would the potential arrival of Basadien complicate things for Madiba?
Next six fixtures for Orlando Pirates fans to diarize
- Pirates vs Belouizdad: 12 January, 15:00
- Al Ahly vs Pirates: 18 January, 18:00
- Royal AM vs Pirates: 22 January, 19:30
- Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs: 01 February, 15:30
- Sekhukhune vs Pirates: 05 February, 19:30
- Sundowns vs Pirates: 08 February, 15:30
Will The Sea Robbers win the Caf Champions League this season?
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