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The South African
7 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates: FIVE most valuable players and their price tags
Orlando Pirates boast some of the most exciting and valuable players in the whole PSL. Orlando Pirates have drawn interest from the likes of Kaizer Chiefs as well as clubs abroad. However, for any prospective club seeking to sign a Bucs star, they must be willing to dig deep into their pockets. This is because Pirates have some of the most valuable players in the PSL. * Please note that all of these values are based off of the reported latest player values on Transfermarkt. 1. Tshegofatso Mabasa – R37.3 MILLION Exciting and versatile attacker, Mabasa is the most highly-valued Pirates player. His $1.8 million player evaluation gives him a staggering player value of over R37 million (R37.3 million). 2. Relebohile Mofokeng/ Nkosinathi Sibisi/ Deono Van Rooyan – R33 MILLION (R33.17 MILLION) Mofokeng, Sibisi and Van Rooyan all share a transfer market value estimation of $1.6 million. This equates to over R33 million per player. So, all three men are worth roughly over R33 million. However, Mofokeng will likely be worth more than Sibisi and Van Rooyan for prospective clubs. Interestingly, Sibisi is one of the men earmarked to become the next Pirates captain. Meanwhile, Van Rooyan is one of the most valuable signings made by Pirates in recent seasons after joining the Bucs at the start of the season. 3. Patrick Maswanganyi – R25 MILLION (R24.87 MILLION) Maswanganyi has a market value of $1.2 million which is almost R25 million (R24.87 MILLION). So, this sees him as one of the most valuable players at Pirates. Furtermore, he is also one of the most valuable attackers in the PSL. However, despite his R25 million market value, reports claim that Pirates have slapped a R40-million price tag on their star attacker. 4. Sipho Chaine, Tapelo Xoki, Thalenthe Mbatha, Monnapule Saleng – R20.7 MILLION Chaine, Xoki, Mbatha and Saleng all have an estimated transfer market value of $1 million. Meaning, all four talented Bucs stars are worth over R20 million (R20.7 million). This speaks volumes to the depth in the current Bucs side. Chaine has gone from playing for the Bucs DDC side to being one of the most high-valued goalkeepers in the PSL. Meanwhile, Xoki is another Pirates star shortlisted to take over the Bucs captaincy from Innocent Maela. Whilst, Mbatha has been one of, if not, the best Bucs signings in recent memory. Meanwhile, Saleng has not played in 2025 and his future remains in the air but that has not affected his player evaluation much. 5. Evidence Makgopa – (R18.65 MILLION) Bafana Bafana and Pirates striker, Makgopa is worth $900 000 (R18.65 million). The lanky and strong forward is a menace in the air. So, it is no suprise that he is 'highly' valued (pun-intended). He is one of the most valuable Bafana Bafana stars in the PSL. These are the latest player evaluations as of the end of the 2024/25 PSL season. Understandably, Pirates player ranks and values have skyrocketed after they reached the CAF Champions League semi-finals. Meanwhile, Kaizer Chiefs player values have plummeted after they finished ninth in the recent BetWay Premiership. Here are Chiefs most-valuable player and their new price tags. However, more factors are considered when determining a transfer fee such as the players age, current form and the need for that player in the prospective squad. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news. Follow The South African
The South African
7 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs: Top FIVE most valuable players and their staggering price tags
Kaizer Chiefs is one of the richest football clubs in South Africa. So, it comes as no suprise that Amakhosi players are amongst the most expensive in the Transfer market. Kaizer Chiefs are well-known for their incredible buying power. In fact, at one point Amakhosi had the three highest-paid players in the PSL – Keagan Dolly, Samir Nurkovic and Khama Billiat – at the same time. Now, despite continuous failed campaigns in the Betway Premiership, the Soweto giants still boast some of the most valuable players in the entire PSL. * Please note that all of these values are based off of the reported latest player values on Transfermarkt. Yusuf Maart (Amakhosi Captain) – (R20.7 MILLION) Chiefs captain Maart is valued at approximately, $1 million. This equates to almost R21 million (R20.7 million). Thus, making him the most highly valued player in the transfer market. 2. Given Msimango/Reeve Frosler – R18.7 MILLION Interestingly, two under-utilised defenders share the honour of being Amakhosi's second-highest most valuable players. Both centre back, Msimango and right back, Frosler have an estimated market value of $900 000 which equotes to R18.65 million (roughly R18.7 million). 3. Ashley Du Preez – R17.6 MILLION The speedy attacker has blown hot and cold since joining Chiefs from Stellies a few seasons ago. However, whilst his transfer market evaluation has dipped to $850 000 (R17.6 millin), he is still one of the most valuable players at Amakhosi. Moreover, he is also one of the most highly valued players in the PSL today. 4. Mduduzi Shabalala – R14.5 MILLION Mdu Shabalala is one of the fastest-rising young talents in the PSL. A couple of seasons ago he was playing for Amakhosi's DDC side. Now, he is a regular starter in the Chiefs senior side and one of the most valuable players in the PSL. 'Mdu' is valued at $700 000 which is approximately R14.5 million. 5. Rushwin Dortley/Bradley Cross – R13.5 MILLION Both youngsters were recently signed when Nasreddine Nabi took over the reins at Chiefs. So, whilst neither transfer fee was disclosed, we know both players are worth big money. Furthermore, both Dortley and Cross are valued at $R650 000. Meaning, both men have an estimated transfermarkt value of R13.47 million (R13.5 million). Blom was one of the most valuable players before he returned to the United Stated. His market value currently sits at $900 000 (R18.7 million). Thus, mmaking him one of the most valuable players to leave Chiefs in recent seasons. Brutal defender, Inacio Miguel has an estimated market evaluation that sees him worth $600 000 (R12.43 million). Meaning, if any of the players on this list depart from Naturena, Miguel will become one of the top five most valuable players left at Chiefs. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
7 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs: Top FIVE most valuable players and their staggering pricetags
Kaizer Chiefs is one of the richest football clubs in South Africa. So, it comes as no suprise that Amakhosi players are amongst the most expensive in the Transfer market. Kaizer Chiefs are well-known for their incredible buying power. In fact, at one point Amakhosi had the three highest-paid players in the PSL – Keagan Dolly, Samir Nurkovic and Khama Billiat – at the same time. Now, despite continuous failed campaigns in the Betway Premiership, the Soweto giants still boast some of the most valuable players in the entire PSL. * Please note that all of these values are based off of the reported latest player values on Transfermarkt. Yusuf Maart (Amakhosi Captain) – (R20.7 MILLION) Chiefs captain Maart is valued at approximately, $1 million. This equates to almost R21 million (R20.7 million). Thus, making him the most highly valued player in the transfer market. 2. Given Msimango/Reeve Frosler – R18.7 MILLION Interestingly, two under-utilised defenders share the honour of being Amakhosi's second-highest most valuable players. Both centre back, Msimango and right back, Frosler have an estimated market value of $900 000 which equotes to R18.65 million (roughly R18.7 million). 3. Ashley Du Preez – R17.6 MILLION The speedy attacker has blown hot and cold since joining Chiefs from Stellies a few seasons ago. However, whilst his transfer market evaluation has dipped to $850 000 (R17.6 millin), he is still one of the most valuable players at Amakhosi. Moreover, he is also one of the most highly valued players in the PSL today. 4. Mduduzi Shabalala – R14.5 MILLION Mdu Shabalala is one of the fastest-rising young talents in the PSL. A couple of seasons ago he was playing for Amakhosi's DDC side. Now, he is a regular starter in the Chiefs senior side and one of the most valuable players in the PSL. 'Mdu' is valued at $700 000 which is approximately R14.5 million. 5. Rushwin Dortley/Bradley Cross – R13.5 MILLION Both youngsters were recently signed when Nasreddine Nabi took over the reins at Chiefs. So, whilst neither transfer fee was disclosed, we know both players are worth big money. Furthermore, both Dortley and Cross are valued at $R650 000. Meaning, both men have an estimated transfermarkt value of R13.47 million (R13.5 million). Blom was one of the most valuable players before he returned to the United Stated. His market value currently sits at $900 000 (R18.7 million). Thus, mmaking him one of the most valuable players to leave Chiefs in recent seasons. Brutal defender, Inacio Miguel has an estimated market evaluation that sees him worth $600 000 (R12.43 million). Meaning, if any of the players on this list depart from Naturena, Miguel will become one of the top five most valuable players left at Chiefs. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
29-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Tough budget for Ekurhuleni
Ekurhuleni's total expenditure budget of R64.8 budget would be subjected to non-negotiable conditions Ekurhuleni MMC for Finance, Strategy and Corporate Planning, Jongizizwe Dlabathi, on Thursday tabled a R65.5 billion budget. According to Dlabathi, tough economic realities, lack of optimal collection, revenue leakages, weak liquidity position, ineffective expenditure management and the assumption that 90% of municipal revenue should be generated internally, were among key factors in the budget. Bullish about improving alignment and effectiveness of existing revenue collection systems, Dlabathi projected an additional estimated R2.1 billion gross revenue in the current financial year. 'Given that we intend not to borrow over the medium-term, all departments that are involved in the revenue generation value chain will have to pull together to ensure the achievement of our revenue goals in the medium and long-term. 'This will be spearheaded at the level of the Revenue Enhancement Committee that has since been put in place by Executive Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza. 'The budget posture is guided by the directive to ensure a responsive city, working with agility to restore service delivery to communities. 'This directive demands that we focus on the core basics – providing quality, equitable and sustainable services to all in a manner that ensures the ideal quality of life,' said Dlabathi. Non-negotiables He said Ekurhuleni's total expenditure budget of R64.8 budget would be subjected to non-negotiable conditions, which would include: Spending within the allocated budget. Linking spending to the provision of essential services and goods. Fostering economic procurement and realisation of value for money. Strengthening internal capacity to reduce over-reliance on contracted services. ALSO READ: Joburg budget hanging by a thread: ANC fights to get their way as partners gun for them Key expenditure breakdown allocations include: Water and sanitation repairs will receive and maintenance R550 million,mainly to ensure resilient infrastructure that secures a sustainable supply of water and sanitation services—stretching to fixing water and sewer leakages. From the total of R20.7 million earmarked for human settlements, R7.5 million will be channelled towards basic repairs and maintenance work for selected hostels—with the rest covering the maintenance of rental units, including Ekurhuleni Housing Company. The Energy Department will receive R1.4 billion towards infrastructure and equipment maintenance related to substations, network enhancement, with R103 million allocated to the repairing of street and traffic lights, under the Operation Khanyisa Mhali. Additional R254 million has been allocated to the protection of energy infrastructure. Through the ' Siyakhuculula Manje and Clean Kasi ' programme, a total of R226 million has been allocated to environmental resources, waste management repairs, maintenance materials and supplies to support internal capacity to cut grass, maintain cemeteries, remove weeds, prune trees, and maintain landfill sites, wetlands, lakes, and dams. A total of R946 million has been allocated for roads and transport management, with road rehabilitation and pothole patching done under the auspices of the Hlasela Amapotholes project. A total of R41.3 million will be used for repairing and maintaining traffic signals. While more funds are still required, R54 million will go towards addressing sinkholes. Capital expenditure has been allocated R3.1 billion. An employee budget will be R13.4 billion – towards annual salary increments and the recruitment of additional workforce. Dlabathi said the budget will implement the recruitment of 700 permanent cleaners and 290 permanent EMPD (Ekurhuleni Municipal Police Department) officers to maintain strategic offices and buildings. 'A budget of R303 million will be allocated over the medium-term to equip the staff with essential tools of trade necessary to optimise performance. Time provision must prioritise departments that are providing essential services. 'The long-term trajectory is that of implementing the 70/30 ratio for service delivery, wherein 70% of the services are rendered in-house, with 30% contracted. 'As we implement the capital budget, we must not be found wanting with our supply chain management, planning, organising and as well as overseeing the completion of capital projects within time, scope and quality,' added Dlabathi. NOW READ: How Joburg plans to spend R89 billion
