Former Pirates coach signs Mamelodi Sundowns ace
Coach Miguel Cardoso is adamant on working with a smaller squad, leading to a host of departures at Chloorkop.
Sipho Mbule, Rushine De Reuck, Lebohang Maboe, Thabang Sibanyoni and Rivaldo Coetzee have all left the club permanently.
On the other hand, Kobamelo Kodisang was loaned out. And now, another Mamelodi Sundowns ace will reportedly leave on loan!
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Dazzling midfielder Neo Maema has reportedly completed a loan move to Simba SC.
The Tanzanian giants who are coached by former Orlando Pirates coach Fadlu Davids have already signed Rushine De Reuck.
Last week, SABC Sport reported that Mamelodi Sundowns and Simba SC were in advanced negotiations over Maema.
'Mamelodi Sundowns are in advanced discussions with Tanzania giants Simba SC to agree a loan deal for midfielder Neo Maema, the player's agent has confirmed to SABC Sport,' the publication reported.
Now, Transfermarkt Africa are reporting that the deal is all but complete.
The publication claim Maema has signed a one-year loan contract with the Tanzanian giants.
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Is letting him leave a mistake? Do you believe Mamelodi Sundowns will miss Neo Maema?
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