Orlando Pirates Coach Affirms Desire to Retain Relebohile Mofokeng Amid MLS Interest

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has addressed the ongoing transfer speculation surrounding star winger Relebohile Mofokeng, who has attracted significant international interest, including a reported multi-million dollar bid from Major League Soccer side Minnesota United. Despite the bid and previous offers from clubs like Saudi Arabia's Al-Ettifaq and trials with European teams such as Wolverhampton Wanderers, Ouaddou emphasized his desire to keep Mofokeng at Pirates and highlighted the player's importance and versatility on the field. Mofokeng, a two-time PSL Young Player of the Season award winner, has made over 90 appearances with 18 goals and 22 assists, establishing himself as a key figure and fan favorite for the Buccaneers. While Mofokeng has had a slow start to the current season with no goals in four matches, Ouaddou praised his technical intelligence and freedom required in his playing style, hinting at tactical adjustments to utilize his skills. Minnesota United reportedly has Mofokeng's agreement on personal terms, but Pirates raised their asking price ahead of the MLS transfer window closure, with the club maintaining a cautious stance on the negotiations. The situation remains dynamic as the transfer deadline approaches, with Pirates focused on their upcoming fixtures and Mofokeng's future yet to be decided.