Cassius Mailula bids farewell to Wydad Athletic
The former Mamelodi Sundowns striker joined Wydad on loan at the beginning of the season from Toronto under coach Rulani Mokwena and went on to make 33 appearances, scoring five goals and providing seven assists.
The 24-year-old will not return to his parent club Toronto FC in Canada.
'Dear Wydad family, it is with heavy heart I write this message, as I want to let you all know that I will not be continuing with the team for the upcoming season,' Mailula said on his social media.
'My time with Wydad has been an incredibly special and rewarding experience and I will forever be grateful for it. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to each and everyone of you.

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