Orlando Pirates offer three-year deal to talented defender
One for the future.
Orlando Pirates have depth in most positions but now they’ve got a few internal solutions in their defensive unit.
Ndlozi set for new Orlando Pirates contract
According to SoccerLaduma, Orlando Pirates have big plans for 22-year-old right back Siyabonga Ndlozi after he had stints away from the club with TS Galaxy and Golden Arrows.
“It’s an opportunity that he isn’t taking lightly, and he will make sure that he makes good use of it. The club offered him a three-year contract, and he aims to achieve the most out of it,
“The club believes in him, and he will be supported in every way possible to become one of the top players for seasons to come.”
Is Hotto staying put?
Namibian utility man Deon Hotto is a ‘Swiss Army Knife’ type of player, thriving in several roles and systems. The 34-year-old is widely expected to leave the club at the end of this current campaign, but the club’s stance might change dramatically soon. The veteran has repeatedly been trusted in a right-sided inverted attacking midfield role in recent matches, a departure from his now-customary left-back slot. Hotto will almost certainly extend his current deal to provide backup and a reliable rotation option for the talented Nkota if Saleng leaves. Pirates’ Mr Reliable scored and assisted in their most recent 2-1 win away to Sekhukhune; clear evidence of his importance to the cause.
A blockbuster clash at the top of the table awaits
Orlando Pirates face the biggest test of their season in the league when they face champions Mamelodi Sundowns. The Buccaneers beat Sekhukhune 2-1 on Wednesday with goals from Deon Hotto and Makhehlene Makhaula, assisted by Hotto. Former Sea Robber Linda Mntambo scored the consolation for the hosts. Sundowns claimed a routine 3-0 win away to SuperSport with goals from Jayden Adams and a Tashreeq Matthews brace. Pirates are in great form having beaten Kaizer Chiefs and Babina Noko within three days.
Sundowns host Pirates on Saturday, 08 February with kickoff at 15:30. It’s undoubtedly the biggest game of the season so far. Pirates trail the champions by six points but have a game in hand.
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