The coaching carousel is spinning again, and all eyes are on Rulani Mokwena.
Fresh off his departure from Moroccan giants Wydad AC, the 38-year-old tactician is now at the centre of intense speculation—especially around a possible homecoming to Orlando Pirates.
While he hasn’t confirmed anything yet, Mokwena’s long-standing respect for the Pirates as a club is well-known, and the timing might be perfect.
Turning Down Zamalek for a Powerful Reason
In a recent interview on SuperSport’s Africa Soccer show, Mokwena revealed that he deliberately stepped away from the Zamalek job.
And the reason? Out of pure respect for Pitso Mosimane.
Yes, really.
“I heard Pitso was also in the running, and I just couldn’t go through with it,” Mokwena explained.
“My relationship with him, what he’s done for my career—I couldn’t compete for the same job. I told them I’d rather they give it to him.”
He even pushed back against his own agent, who reminded him that Zamalek is a massive club.
But Mokwena stood firm, saying loyalty and respect for Pitso came first.
Orlando Pirates Could Be His Next Chapter
With Jose Riveiro stepping away from the Orlando Pirates, there’s now an opening that fans are eager to see filled.
Mokwena’s name keeps coming up, and given his history and admiration for the Sea Robbers, the fit feels natural.
While there’s been no official word from the club yet, many supporters are already backing the idea.
Could Mokwena be the one to take Pirates to the next level? It’s definitely a question worth asking.
Percy Tau’s Future Also Making Waves
Meanwhile, there’s more drama stirring in the South African football world.
Percy Tau has hinted he’d be open to joining Kaizer Chiefs—but only if the money’s right.
He’s reportedly looking for R450,000 per month and a two-year contract.
The former Al Ahly and Brighton winger made the comments during a candid chat with Robert Marawa, further fuelling transfer season excitement.
