Former Sundowns Assistant Coach Michael Loftman’s Absence from Pre-Season Tour Fuels Speculation of Move to Wydad Casablanca

As Mamelodi Sundowns geared up for their pre-season tour in Austria, one notable figure was conspicuously missing: Michael Loftman, the former assistant coach under Rulani Mokwena.

Despite expectations that he would join the team, Loftman did not board the flight departing from OR Tambo International Airport on Saturday evening.

Loftman, originally hired as a set-piece coach before rising to the role of assistant, has a longstanding connection with Mokwena.

Their professional journey together spans previous stints at Orlando Pirates and most recently, Sundowns.

Now, with Mokwena taking the helm at Wydad Casablanca, rumors abound that Loftman might follow suit.

The decision for Loftman not to accompany Masandawana on their pre-season preparations intensifies speculation about his future.

Mokwena, newly empowered to assemble his own technical team at Wydad, adds credence to the possibility of Loftman’s departure.

Staff Exodus and Unanswered Questions

Loftman’s absence is part of a broader trend within Sundowns, as key figures like fitness trainer Sibusiso Mahlangu and performance analysts Sibusiso Makitla and Dayle Solomons have also resigned post-Mokwena’s departure.

With Loftman potentially joining the exodus, questions arise about the team’s coaching dynamics and who might step in to fill the void.

The Next Chapter for Loftman

As Loftman’s phone remained unanswered and messages unreturned, the mystery surrounding his future deepens.

Will he be the next in line to join Mokwena at Wydad Casablanca? Only time will tell as both clubs prepare for their respective pre-seasons, leaving fans and pundits alike speculating on what’s next for the experienced coach.