Orlando Pirates news: Kaizer Chiefs hijack a target, Percy Tau speaks
Today's Orlando Pirates news wrap looks at the latest on Percy Tau's salary demands and a move for an exciting PSL teenager.
Percy Tau is out of contract and open to a return to South Africa.
Meanwhile, Neo Rapoo is being watched by Chiefs and Pirates.
According to iDiski Times, Chiefs have entered the race to sign top teenage prospect Neo Rapoo from SuperSport United. Orlando Pirates are known admirers. The 19-year-old SuperSport star recently tasted success with the Afcon U20 side. Born in 2005, the Matsatsantsa star can operate in both full-back positions. Neo Rapoo celebrates Amajita's qualification for the Afcon U20 final. Image: safa.net
Percy Tau would consider a move to Kaizer Chiefs if they stumped up a salary package meeting his demands. You can check out his full interview with Robert Marawa below. Tau would be satisfied by R450,000 a month and a two-year deal.
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Meanwhile, according to SABC Sport, Pirates are closing in on 24-year-old Tshepang Moremi from AmaZulu.
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Will Rapoo choose Pirates or Chiefs? Or SuperSport?
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