Orlando Pirates have already wrapped up the signature of one Mali star, and now they’re going after another.
Abdoulaye Mariko has already bolstered their midfield options.
The next target is Sadio Kounate, a sss
Midfield maestro arrives at Pirates
Orlando Pirates chase another Malian midfielder
According to AfrikaFoot and Soccer Laduma, Orlando Pirates have offered R10 million for free agent Sadio Kanoute. He was most recently with the Malian side Stade Malien after winning a league and cup double, and has also represented Simba. The central midfielder has seven caps for Mali.
“According to Afrikafoot, the Soweto giants are considering tabling an offer in the region of €500,000 (approximately R10m) to lure Kanoute, who previously turned out for Simba SC in Tanzania,” the report stated.
Is Moremi the new Segolela?
24-year-old AmaZulu winger Tshepang Moremi enjoyed a productive 2024-2025 campaign. He made 28 league appearances for Usuthu, scoring three goals and assisting seven. He’s got pace and directness to burn. Pirates fans will remember another speed merchant, Tlou ‘Gautrain’ Segolela, who Moremi isn’t dissimilar to.
Will Pirates be justified in their pursuit of two Malian central midfielders?
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