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The South African
19-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates: FIVE new players expected to arrive with new coach
Orlando Pirates will have a new coach who will take charge of a new-look Bucs side next season. Orlando Pirates are in the market for a new coach with Pitso Mosimane, Benni McCarthy and Rulani Mokwena amongst the main candidates. Meanwhile, whoever is appointed will take charge of a new-look Bucs side. This is because a total of SEVEN Pirates players are heading for likely exits out of Mayfair. Whilst, the Soweto giants are believed to be closing in on several signings – including these Bafana Bafana stars, players from PSL rivals and Kaizer Chiefs' targets. ALSO READ – ORLANDO PIRATES NEW COACH: FULL LIST OF SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES – RANKED Pirates have reportedly just secured their fourth signing. So, if these reports are true, Pirates have already secured four new player recruitments ahead of next season. Interestingly, the Bucs will have a new coach in charge next season to following the departure of Spaniard Jose Riveiro. ALSO READ – ORLANDO PIRATES: ALL FOUR DONE DEALS AHEAD OF THE 2025/26 SEASON Meaning, the new coach could arrive at the same time as new signings. Alternatively, depending on when he pens down a deal with Pirates, he could determine which of these men are brought in to Mayfair. Pirates have reported already completed deals for Kabelo Kgositsile, Sihle Nduli and Sinoxolo Kwayiba. Meanwhile, they have also promotes Sibusiso Tau to the first team. Whoever is appointed as the next Bucs coach will have his work cut out for him. As mentioned, he will oversee who is signed and well as which Pirates players are released or loaned out. Interestingly, Pirates are expected to recruit a few exciting new players from PSL rivals. 'Other expected arrivals are that of Richards Bay FC left-back Nkosikhona Ndaba, Tshepang Moremi of AmaZulu FC and possibly Cape Town City's Jayden Rhodes, who has been a long-time target, ' the report read on KickOff. Therefore, five players are expected to join the new Pirates head coach. Meanwhile, Rhodes could become the sixth with negotiations on going at the time of publication. Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
The South African
14-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates new coach: Ex-Sundowns coach becomes the favourite!
Orlando Pirates are in the market for a new coach with Jose Riveiro heading out. Orlando Pirates will be appointing a new head coach. This is because current head coach Jose Riveiro will be leaving the Soweto giants. So, now Bucs management must turn their attention to recruiting the next Pirates head coach. Some big names have been linked with the Pirates job ever since Riveiro's departure was made public. Pitso Mosimane, Benni McCarthy, Rulani Mokwena and Manqoba Mnqithi names have all come up. However, Mosimane and his agent have not commented on these links. Meaning, at the time of publication, there's are purely hopeful rumours. This could change given the fact that Mosimane is currently unattached and is in SA. BIG READ: BENNI MCCARTHY TO ORLANDO PIRATES – LATEST McCarth, like Mosimane, is one of the dream picks for Bucs fans. However, this is merely speculative with McCarthy having just signed up with Kenyan outfit, Harambee Stars. Meaning, he will not be returning to SAa to coach in the PSL any time soon. Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach, Mokwena, is now the favourite. He has just parted ways with Wydad Casablanca, just days after rumours emerged linking him with the Bucs job. Mokwena may also have a point to prove following an unsuccessful stint with the Bucs back in 2019. He is currently the front-runner based on availability and previous links. Furthermore, another ex-Sundowns coach, Mncqithi has also been linked with the Sea Robbers but this is also based on rumours. Meanwhile, within their ranks, Carlos Nodar Paz and Mandla Ncikazi are both in line to step up. Earlier reports claim that the Soweto giants will be appointing internally. Therefore, if these reports are true, Nodar Paz and Ncikazi have a good chance of replacing Riveiro as the next Bucs coach too. Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
