There’s some buzzing news in the football world regarding Monnapule Saleng, a standout player for Orlando Pirates!
The interest from European clubs is reportedly on the rise, especially after his impressive performances this season.
Saleng has found his groove again under coach Jose Riveiro, netting five goals and providing one assist in just 10 appearances this season.
With 67 matches played for the Buccaneers, he boasts a total of 25 goals and 17 assists. It’s safe to say he’s a key player for the team!
Belgian Club Keeping an Eye on Saleng
Recent reports suggest that Belgian club Standard Liege is now closely monitoring Saleng.
An insider shared with Soccer Laduma that while interest in the winger had somewhat faded last season due to limited playing time, things have changed now that he’s back to his best.
“It’s not that teams lost interest; it’s just that his reduced playtime made it difficult for them to assess his progress,” the source explained.
“With his recent resurgence, interest has picked up again, particularly from Standard Liege, who also had their eyes on Mohau Nkota last season.
They’re now keen on Saleng, especially since Nkota hasn’t seen much action lately.”
Good News for Goalkeeper Sipho Chaine
In other developments at Orlando Pirates, there’s a great update for goalkeeper Sipho Chaine.
Following his recent trophy win with the team, it seems the club is ready to reward him with a contract extension!
Chaine’s journey with the Buccaneers began in a surprising transfer from Chippa United back in June 2022, and he’s certainly made a mark since then.
With 61 appearances and 21 clean sheets to his name, he’s proven to be a valuable asset to the team.
Chaine’s Contract Extension on the Horizon
According to insiders, Chaine’s solid performances haven’t gone unnoticed.
“The club is impressed with Chaine and wants to reward him with a new contract before his current one runs out,” a source revealed to Citizen.
It’s expected that the new deal will be a three-year contract with an additional option.
The management and technical team are thrilled with his contributions and want him to be a part of the Pirates for the long haul.
The offer is set to be presented soon, ideally before January, allowing Chaine to secure his future with the club.
What’s Next for the Pirates?
With these developments, it’s clear that Orlando Pirates are keen on keeping their top talents in the squad.
Fans will be eagerly watching how these situations unfold in the coming weeks.
Will Saleng make a move to Europe? And will Chaine officially sign his contract extension? Only time will tell!