Confirmed: Orlando Pirates extend key player’s stay! 

Orlando Pirates are looking to add to their squad but also finalise the future’s of some current players in 2025. 

Pirates will attack the January transfer window for some new players but those players will join a settled group. 

The current Pirates team has had a core group of players who have been there and won five trophies. These under the tutelage of current head coach Jose Riveiro. One of those players has been centre back Nkosinathi Sibisi. The strongman joined the Buccaneers from Golden Arrows ahead of the 2022/23 season. 

Sibisi grabbing his chance

During his time at Pirates, Sibisi has not always been a regular starting line up player for the side. Initially upon joining, however, he was one of the main centre backs. He was reportedly brought in as a replacement for ex-skipper Thulani Hlatshwayo. His place in the team was then affected by the amount of injuries he kept picking up. 

But this season, Sibisi has capitalised from the injury of Olisa Ndah, after previously looking out of favour. In recent months he has worn the captains armband and proved a mainstay in the Pirates defence. In December last year, this publication reported that the Buccaneers are looking to extend the defender’s stay. 

Now according to Sibisi’s agent Mike Makaab, Pirates have taken up their option to extend his deal!

Pirates extend his deal

“They’ve exercised the option. He is exceptionally happy at the club. He has been given the captain’s armband. We wait for his opportunity and he has taken it with both hands and that’s a hallmark of a professional footballer. He does not complain, he works hard and when he gets his opportunity, he does the best that he can. That’s what’s wonderful about him. He is a top class human being.” Said Makaab to Soccer-Laduma.

Pirates fans, does Sibisi deserve to stay on and become a key player for years to come at your club? Feel free to leave your thoughts and feelings in the comments below.