Monnapule Saleng’s imminent exit from Orlando Pirates confirmed

Monnapule Saleng’s imminent exit from Orlando Pirates confirmed, according to Sportswire.

Pirates star Saleng is on his way out of the club at the end of the season, a move that will undoubtedly disappoint fans. The talented attacker has been side lined by the club, reportedly instructed to stay away from training to avoid distractions. Even more shocking, insiders claim he will never play for Pirates again.

Contract controversy sparks tension

While reports initially suggested that Pirates had exercised a two-year contract option for Saleng, sources close to the matter refute these claims. Allegedly, the signature on the contract is not his, raising serious questions about the legitimacy of the deal. No official contract documents have exchanged hands between Saleng and the club in recent weeks, including his time with the Bafana Bafana CHAN squad.

Saleng’s situation took another turn when he was suddenly released from the Bafana Bafana CHAN squad, led by Molefi Ntseki. SAFA provided little explanation for his release, fuelling speculation. He played the full 90 minutes in the 1-1 draw against Egypt in the CHAN qualifier, leaving a gap on the left wing for the crucial return leg in Egypt.

After departing the national team camp, Saleng returned home and will not be part of the Pirates squad taking on SuperSport United in the Nedbank Cup quarter-final at Old Peter Mokaba Stadium this Saturday.

Contract dispute fallout at Pirates

The primary reason behind Saleng’s rift with Pirates appears to be his refusal to sign a contract extension. He believes the club’s offer undervalues him, with his current salary reportedly below R100,000 per month. According to a source, Saleng has already signed a pre-contract with another club, making his departure from Pirates inevitable.

Since joining Pirates from Free State Stars in the 2021/2022 season, Saleng has made a name for himself. After a loan spell with Moroka Swallows, he returned for the 2022/2023 season and quickly became a key player. His standout performances included a brace in the MTN8 semi-final against Mamelodi Sundowns and a stunning free-kick in the final against AmaZulu. He also set up the winning goal in the Nedbank Cup final against Sekhukhune United, helping Pirates secure a double triumph.

His contributions did not go unnoticed, earning him the PSL Players’ Player of the Season and MTN8 Last Man Standing awards.

What’s next for Saleng?

With his exit from Orlando Pirates all but confirmed. The fans will be eager to see where the talented winger lands next. His departure leaves a significant void in the team. And Pirates will need to find a worthy replacement for the upcoming season, with players already linked.

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