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The South African
11-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates get slapped with R15 million asking price!
Orlando Pirates are heavily linked with Zimbabwean teenager Prince Ndlovu and have been informed by Highlanders FC that they will need to cough up R15 million to acquire his services. 'Highlanders FC value Prince (Ndlovu) and that's why they are pricing him at around R15million,' a source revealed. 'For now this price is believed to be directed at South African team Orlando Pirates because apparently they are the ones who have enquired about his services. Highlanders believe it's a fair price looking at his talent, quality and future ahead of him.' Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates target Rowan Human has rejected AmaZulu's contract extension, making him a free agent from July 1. 'AmaZulu FC midfielder Rowan Human has been offered to Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs by his representatives as he is set to leave the club on a free transfer. Human will leave Usuthu at the end of June after his contract expires after the 24-year-old failed to reach an agreement with the club on a new contract,' a source revealed. 'Human has been offered to both Soweto giants by his representatives and it could only be a matter of time before he gets snapped up as he will be a free agent and rediscovered his old form.' Baroka FC's chairman Khurishi Mphahlele has confirmed that defender Tshepho Mashiloane has signed with Orlando Pirates. 'We still got to pay Mashiloane until the end of June, but Orlando Pirates have purchased Mashiloane for the coming season, not this season,' Mphahlele informed iDiski Times . 'But if Pirates want Mashiloane earlier there's no problem we've got an agreement with Pirates. We can always make provision for that, but we are going to pay Mashiloane at the end of June because his contract ends at the end of June and the Pirates contract begins on the first of July. 'From the first of July he is an Orlando Pirates player, until then he's still our player and we pay him.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
11-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Pirates news: R15 million, free agent opportunity, captain saga
Orlando Pirates are on the verge of adding several stars to their already talented squad, boasting playmakers from Relebohile Mofokeng to Patrick Maswanganyi. According to reports, the Soweto giants will need to pay R15 million for teenage target Prince Ndlovu. 'Highlanders FC value Prince (Ndlovu) and that's why they are pricing him at around R15million,' a source revealed. 'For now this price is believed to be directed at South African team Orlando Pirates because apparently they are the ones who have enquired about his services. Highlanders believe it's a fair price looking at his talent, quality and future ahead of him.' Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates are left without a captain following the release of Innocent Maela – highly-rated defender Nkosinathi Sibisi is among the favourites to get the armband. AmaZulu playmaker Rowan Human has informed his club that he will not be signing a contract extension, making him a free agent in the offseason window and opening the door for Pirates, who were reportedly interested in the 24-year-old back in January. 'AmaZulu FC midfielder Rowan Human has been offered to Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs by his representatives as he is set to leave the club on a free transfer. Human will leave Usuthu at the end of June after his contract expires after the 24-year-old failed to reach an agreement with the club on a new contract,' a source revealed. 'Human has been offered to both Soweto giants by his representatives and it could only be a matter of time before he gets snapped up as he will be a free agent and rediscovered his old form.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
10-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates chase Zimbabwean prodigy with Europe circling
Orlando Pirates lead the local charge, but they're not alone. Zimbabwe's brightest football talent has sparked a bidding war as Highlanders FC demand a jaw-dropping R15 million for teenage winger Prince Ndlovu, currently shining at the COSAFA Cup in Bloemfontein. The move has sent shockwaves through South African football circles. Ndlovu, often referred to as the 'next Peter Ndlovu', has long attracted interest from top clubs, having previously trained with the Buccaneers in Houghton before a failed European stint. Now, with his stock soaring, Highlanders are playing hardball. 'Highlanders FC value Prince (Ndlovu) and that's why they are pricing him at around R15 million. The club believe it's a fair price looking at his talent, quality and future ahead of him,' a club official said, as quoted by Soccer Laduma . The Bulawayo giants aren't rushing to cash in. Their valuation isn't just based on local interest, it's also shaped by serious attention from abroad. 'Apart from Orlando Pirates there is a European club that has been monitoring him for some time now. It's Sturm Graz from the Austria Bundesliga,' a source revealed. This European connection could tip the scale and inflate the price further. A R15 million fee would rank among the highest for any player moving directly from the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League. It's a bold statement from Highlanders, and a sign of just how highly they rate the 19-year-old winger. Ndlovu is currently donning national colours at the COSAFA Cup, offering scouts from across the continent a front-row seat to evaluate his explosive potential. Pirates are believed to have sent representatives to monitor him closely. Will Orlando Pirates make their move before Europe swoops in, or will Prince Ndlovu become the next Zimbabwean star to take the overseas route? Let us know by leaving a comment below or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
09-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates 'find their Prince' in the transfer market
Orlando Pirates could reunite with a talented prodigy who was on trial with the club in 2023. Why is there such hype around the player? Prince Ndlovu was 16 when he first experienced life at Orlando Pirates. Next up for the Zimbabwean attacker is COSAFA Cup action. According to Soccer-Laduma, Orlando Pirates are reigniting their interest in young Zimbabwean forward Prince Ndlovu. The 19-year-old has trialled with the club in the past. 'He (Ndlovu) trained with Pirates in March 2023, and at that time he was only 16 years old. He was preparing to go to Europe, but things didn't work out. Since then, Pirates scouts have been monitoring him. They're now they are willing to give him a chance on the team. They have kept tabs on him and they are impressed by his progress at Highlanders FC in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe,' said the source to the same publication. Prince Ndlovu enjoys himself with the Highlanders FC media team. Image: The Herald Orlando Pirates have briefed scouts to attend the upcoming COSAFA Cup to watch Ndlovu up close. 'Pirates will have the chance to continue monitoring him (Ndlovu) when he plays for the Zimbabwe national team at the COSAFA Cup. Yes, it's believed that the scouts and recruiters are happy, and this will give them a first-hand chance to see him in action before they can finalise anything,' said the source. Meanwhile, former Sundowns manager Rulani Mokwena has vacated his post as head coach of Wydad AC. The 38-year-old has been strongly linked with a return to Orlando Pirates, and Rulani isn't doing much to quell those rumours. He served as Josef Zinnbauer's assistant in the 2019-2020 campaign. Click for the story Is Prince Ndlovu worth the hype? Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
05-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates send scouts to watch COSAFA Cup teenage prodigy
Orlando Pirates have a scouting mission at the COSAFA Cup. There's a teenage prodigy they're monitoring, and they know him well. According to Soccer-Laduma, Orlando Pirates will send scouts to the upcoming COSAFA Cup to watch Zimbabwean attacker Prince Ndlovu. 'Pirates will have the chance to continue monitoring him (Ndlovu) when he plays for the Zimbabwe national team at the COSAFA Cup. Yes, it's believed that the scouts and recruiters are happy, and this will give them a first-hand chance to see him in action before they can finalise anything,' said the source. Prince Ndlovu enjoys himself with the Highlanders FC media team. Image: The Herald Recently crowned Caf Champions League winners Pyramids FC are resigned to losing star striker Fiston Mayele. The 30-year-old Congolese star was pivotal in their run to the title, scoring clutch goals against Orlando Pirates in the semi-finals and bagging one in the second leg of the final against Sundowns. According to , his side is bracing for mammoth salary offers. Mayele got nine goals in 13 Champions League outings this term, taking his tally in the competition to 22 strikes in 37 appearances. He's also got four assists in that sample. Click for the story Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
