Orlando Pirates prepare for international transfer offers as Sunderland scouts show interest in Thalente Mbatha in South Africa.

Orlando Pirates are reportedly preparing for potential offers from international clubs as interest in their players continues to grow.

Several of their standout performers have caught the eye of scouts abroad, with one player, in particular, gaining attention from a top English team.

Rising Talent Draws European Interest

Over the past year, numerous Pirates players have been linked with moves overseas.

Among those rumored are Relebohile Mofokeng, Evidence Makgopa, Tshegofatso Mabasa, Patrick Maswanganyi, Thabiso Sesane, Mohau Nkota, and Thalente Mbatha.

Mbatha, in particular, has shone brightly, earning praise for his performances both at the club level and on the international stage with Bafana Bafana, where he has already scored two goals.

His standout displays have reportedly piqued the interest of an unnamed English Championship club, rumored to be Sunderland.

Sunderland Scouts Target Mbatha

Sunderland has been monitoring Mbatha closely, particularly in the CAF Champions League and his appearances for Bafana Bafana.

According to Soccer-Laduma, the English club’s African scouting team has been impressed by his consistent performances.

A source revealed, “Sunderland is the team showing interest in Thalente.

Their scouts have been following his progress, especially in high-stakes games.

While the interest is serious, any potential move could depend on offers from higher-tier leagues or top clubs in Europe.”

Pirates reportedly value Mbatha at around R20 million, though this fee could rise significantly if interest emerges from more prestigious clubs.

Will Mbatha Stay or Go?

Despite the speculation, it appears unlikely that Mbatha will leave Orlando Pirates during this transfer window.

His agent, Mike Makaab, recently dismissed rumors of imminent moves abroad, suggesting that Mbatha remains committed to the Buccaneers for now.

Pirates fans are left wondering if the defensive midfielder will eventually make the leap to European football or continue to develop his career in South Africa.

The club’s supporters have mixed feelings about the prospect of losing such a key player but recognize the potential benefits of international exposure.

What are your thoughts? Should Thalente Mbatha take the opportunity to join Sunderland, or is staying with Orlando Pirates the best move for his career at this stage? Share your views below!

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