Latest news with #MonnapuleSaleng
The South African
3 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
When do Kaizer Chiefs leave for the Netherlands?
Kaizer Chiefs are packing their clogs and heading to the Netherlands. Here are all of the details fans need. Chiefs toured Turkey last season, and now they're heading to Holland. George Matlou is a surprise inclusion given his fringe squad status. 'Mayele will only come to South Africa for a holiday and Amapiano' As you'll know by now, Chiefs are heading to the land of Dennis Bergkamp, Virgil van Dijk and Wesley Sneijder for their European pre-season tour adventure. The Glamour Boys jet out on 03 July and conclude the tour on 19 July. It should be a fun fortnight! George Matlou, somewhat surprisingly, will be on the flight. George Matlou is on the club's list of players to travel to the Netherlands for pre-season. Image: iDiski Times / X According to journalist Siya Gijana , Chiefs are taking a look at SuperSport United's Aphiwe Baliti. The 23-year-old played 15 league matches for Matsatsantsa last term and can also operate at right-back. ICYMI: Chiefs release three players, including two academy stars Why is nobody talking about Monnapule Saleng? After not featuring for the Orlando Pirates first team since December 2024, speculation was rife that 27-year-old wide attacker Monnapule Saleng had admirers across the continent and even some in Europe. Click for the story Are you excited about the club's pre-season tour? 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
3 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates make their move for exciting PSL striker
Orlando Pirates are exploring a deal for one of the most exciting young strikers from last season's Betway Premiership season. 23-year-old Yanela Mbuthuma shone for Richards Bay in 2024-2025. A move for Mbuthuma is part of a transfer flurry from the club, which could see eight players arriving. Seven signings in the bag for Pirates Yanela Mbuthuma will challenge Evidence Makgopa and Tshegofatso Mabasa for a striking role. He got five goals and two assists in 24 league appearances last term for Richards Bay. Why is nobody talking about Monnapule Saleng? It's strange to see spectacular footballers fall into relative obscurity. That's what's happened to Monnapule Saleng at Orlando Pirates. Did we perhaps overrate the occasionally brilliant winger because he can win matches on his own? Click for the story Will the Chiefs slayer return, or are his days in the PSL done? Image: @orlandopirates / X According to Goal, Monnapule Saleng's salary isn't among the very highest in the PSL. It's in the region of R70,000, or R280,000 a month. It's not shabby, but it means he's not in the top percentile of earners in South Africa. Click for the story Is Mbuthuma the right level for Orlando Pirates? 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
4 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates transfer rumours: Mofokeng, Saleng, Titus
Today's Orlando Pirates transfer news features exciting names like Rele Mofokeng, Monnapule Saleng and Devin Titus. Mofokeng seems destined for a big-money move abroad. Meanwhile, Pirates would love to receive a substantial fee for Saleng so they can seek out a replacement. What is Saleng earning at Pirates? Orlando Pirates must accept that their prized asset, Relebohile Mofokeng, is wanted in a few corners of the globe. The Bafana Bafana wide attacker seems destined for a big-money move away from South Africa. Click for the story Why is nobody talking about Monnapule Saleng? It's strange to see spectacular footballers fall into relative obscurity. That's what's happened to Monnapule Saleng at Orlando Pirates. Did we perhaps overrate the occasionally brilliant winger because he can win matches on his own? Click for the story Will the Chiefs slayer return, or are his days in the PSL done? Image: @orlandopirates / X Stellenbosch's 24-year-old winger could potentially be a like-for-like replacement for Saleng as he enjoys hugging the right touchline. He's not an inverted winger like Saleng, but since right-footer Relebohile Mofokeng already dazzles down the left, this isn't much of an issue. Titus impressed last campaign for Stellies, bagging eight goals and five assists in 28 league appearances. Those are seriously good numbers. Click for two other options 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
4 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Why is nobody talking about Monnapule Saleng?
It's strange to see spectacular footballers fall into relative obscurity. That's what's happened to Monnapule Saleng at Orlando Pirates. Did we perhaps overrate the occasionally brilliant winger because he can win matches on his own? 27-year-old Saleng now faces the prospect of wasting away in the reserves without any prospects of moving to secure first-team football. After not featuring for the Orlando Pirates first team since December 2024, speculation was rife that 27-year-old wide attacker Monnapule Saleng had admirers across the continent and even some in Europe. However, all of that chatter has died down. That's not a great sign for the player or Pirates, who'd ideally like to get a big fee for him. What is Saleng earning at Pirates? Saleng produced a dazzling output of 15 goals and 11 assists from 30 appearances across all competitions in 2022-2023 to be crowned PSL Player of the Year. 2023-2024 didn't reach those heights, but class, as they say, is permanent. He was easily the best player in South Africa, by a mile. In October 2022, he bagged a match-winning brace in a 3-0 win against Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final and then grabbed the only goal in the final to vanquish AmaZulu. There's no doubt that Saleng loves big games. Can he rekindle this form and rise from the ashes like a phoenix, or has that ship sailed? Orlando Pirates XI next season with two brand new signings What do you think is the best next move for the player? 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
4 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Throwback to Saleng at his best for Orlando Pirates
Monnapule Saleng was a menace to defenders in the 2022-2023 season. Will Orlando Pirates ever see that version of him again? Once Player of the Season, now Saleng is one of the PSL's forgotten men. Orlando Pirates must find a resolution to this issue, otherwise it will detract from their on-pitch goals in 2025-2026. What is Saleng earning at Pirates? Saleng produced a dazzling output of 15 goals and 11 assists from 30 appearances across all competitions in 2022-2023 to be crowned PSL Player of the Year. 2023-2024 didn't reach those heights, but class, as they say, is permanent. He was easily the best player in South Africa, by a mile. In October 2022, he bagged a match-winning brace in a 3-0 win against Sundowns in the MTN8 semi-final and then grabbed the only goal in the final to vanquish AmaZulu. There's no doubt that Saleng loves big games. Orlando Pirates XI next season with two brand new signings The last time 27-year-old Monnapule Saleng kicked a competitive ball for the club was in December 2024. Depending on who you believe and what you read, Saleng could be heading to Kaizer Chiefs, Sundowns, Al Ahly or any number of European clubs like Anderlecht or Monaco. The talk of the town. Image: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix Where will Monnapule Saleng be playing his football next season? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or sending 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.
