Orlando Pirates set to reinforce their central defense by targeting Sekhukhune United’s Tresor Tshibwabwa in the January transfer market

Orlando Pirates are making moves in the January transfer window, aiming to bolster their squad with key reinforcements for the rest of the season.

Pirates Strngthen Their Squad

The Buccaneers have been actively linked to several players ahead of the window opening, and now it seems they’re ready to make those moves.

One of the key areas they’re looking to strengthen is their central defence.

Central Defence a Key Priority for Pirates

Despite a solid partnership between Nkosinathi Sibisi and Thabiso Sesane, the Pirates are short on cover in this position.

Should one of the two defenders be unavailable, captain Innocent Maela, usually a left-back, could be called up to play in the central defence.

However, this is not the ideal situation, and the club is keen to address this gap.

Injuries and Departures Affect Defence Depth

The current season has seen some key defensive players struggle with injuries.

Tapelo Xoki and Olisa Ndah have been sidelined for much of the season, while the recent departure of Sandile Mthethwa has left the team even more stretched in the defensive area.

As a result, Pirates are exploring the transfer market for potential reinforcements.

Pirates Eyeing Sekhukhune United’s Tshibwabwa

According to Soccer-Laduma, Pirates are reportedly targeting Sekhukhune United’s Tresor Tshibwabwa Yamba Yamba as a potential new signing.

The 6-foot centre-back has caught the attention of the Buccaneers as they look to strengthen their defensive lineup.

A Challenging Transfer Deal Ahead for Pirates

The potential signing could be tricky, as Tshibwabwa, a DR Congo international, is under contract with Sekhukhune United until 2028, following a six-year deal he signed in 2022.

This means that Pirates would need to offer a significant transfer fee to secure his services.

What Do Pirates Fans Think?

The big question for Pirates fans now is whether Tshibwabwa would be a good fit for the team.

Would his addition strengthen their defence for both the current and future seasons? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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