Zakhele Lepasa Faces Uncertainty Over Future at Orlando Pirates as Contract Expiry Looms and Club Hesitates to Offer New Deal

The Uncertain Future of Zakhele Lepasa

Zakhele Lepasa’s future at Orlando Pirates is hanging in the balance as the striker faces a critical juncture in his career.

With his contract set to expire on June 30, 2025, the next few months could determine where his future lies.

Despite his potential, Lepasa’s limited playing time and the uncertainty surrounding his position at the club have raised concerns about what lies ahead.

Pirates’ Hesitation Over Contract Renewal

Lepasa’s current situation at Pirates is a tricky one.

Despite his desire to feature more regularly, he’s often left out, even in games that could help him regain match fitness following his recovery from an injury.

This lack of opportunity has led to questions about his role within the team.

According to a source close to both Lepasa and the club, Pirates haven’t made any decisions about whether to offer him a new contract or let him leave at the end of the season.

“These next five months are critical for him,” said the source.

“He’s always wanted to play regularly, whether it’s at Pirates or elsewhere, but it’s becoming hard for him now.” It’s unclear if Pirates still see Lepasa as part of their plans, especially given the lack of game time he’s been given.

Growing Interest From Other Clubs

There has been interest in Lepasa from other South African clubs in the past, including SuperSport United and Sekhukhune United, who were looking to sign him on loan.

While those moves never came to fruition, the possibility of him leaving Pirates on a free transfer is now gaining traction.

“If Pirates aren’t offering him a new contract by now, it’s likely he’ll move on for free and join one of the clubs that previously expressed interest in him,” the source explained.

However, there’s still a chance Pirates could extend his stay if they truly value him, as they have done with other players in the past.

What’s Next for Zakhele Lepasa?

With only a few months remaining before his current contract expires, the clock is ticking for Lepasa.

His future at Pirates—or elsewhere—is still uncertain.

Fans and analysts alike will be keeping a close eye on the situation to see whether the club makes a move to secure his future or if they let him slip away for free.

Stay tuned to see how this plays out as the pressure mounts on Lepasa’s future in the coming months.

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