Orlando Pirates take huge Miguel Timm decision
Is he going or is he staying? Orlando Pirates management have taken a big decision on Miguel Timm’s future at the Buccaneers!
Orlando Pirates have reportedly taken a major decision on the future of midfielder Miguel Timm.
Timm joined the Buccaneers in a rather surprise move in 2022 however he quickly showed fans why he was signed by the club.
The classy midfielder has racked up 66 appearances for the club thus far.
Timm’s contract at Orlando Pirates was due to come to an end in June however management are not willing to lose the 32-year-old midfielder just yet.
Orlando Pirates take decision on Timm’s future
“For now the team is believed to have triggered that one year option because they are the ones who hold that power in that instant and they are happy to keep him for one more season,” an insider told Soccer Laduma.
“The technical team still believes that there are times and games where they will need him beyond this season and that’s why they advised management to exercise the option on his contract which will now run until June 2026. The contract (previously) extended from the beginning of the season ends in June 2025.”
In other news, Orlando Pirates management are going all out to sign one of the top strikers in the country!
The Buccaneers are pushing to compete for both the CAF Champions League, Nedbank Cup and Betway Premiership titles.
And now, Jose Riveiro has requested the club to dip into the January transfer market to bolster his attack.
According to the latest transfer gossip, lethal Motsepe Foundation Championship striker Muzomuhle Khanyi is wanted by Orlando Pirates!
The 25-year-old striker has been in red-hot form for Hungry Lions this season, scoring 11 goals in just 12 matches.
Pirates preparing scintillating offer for Muzomuhle Khanyi
“At the moment we can’t say which players or player would go to Hungry Lions if the deal goes through,” an insider told Soccer Laduma.
“But in the event of the deal going through, I think both parties will benefit as Pirates will get the player they want while Hungry Lions will get a player plus money which will help the team. You know it’s tough financially in the Motsepe Foundation Championship. So, it’s a positive deal for both clubs.”
In other news, Orlando Pirates star Mofokeng is also reportedly attracting serious interest from Spanish giants Barcelona FC!
Is Timm still up to the pace in Mayfair?
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