Transfer News: Marumo Gallants confirm signing of experienced forward Dino Ndlovu

Transfer News: Marumo Gallants confirm signing of experienced forward Dino Ndlovu

Marumo Gallants have strengthened their attack after confirming the signing of striker Dino Ndlovu on a free transfer for the remainder of the season.

The 35-year-old former Bafana Bafana player most recently turned out for Turkish second division side Sakaryaspor but has now returned home to help Gallants fight for league survival.

Struggling Gallants are now under the coaching reins of Abdeslam Ouaddou, who took over from the sacked Dan Malesela and had won three out his first five games charge.

The club are currently 14th in the PSL standings, only one point head of the relegation play-off place with eight games of the campaign still remaining.

A club statement said: “As part of Marumo Gallants FC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the squad and achieve success for the remainder of the season, the club is pleased to announce the signing of striker Dino Ndlovu.

“Ndlovu, a proven goal-scorer with extensive experience in top-tier leagues, joins Gallants after parting ways with Sakaryaspor FC in Turkey.

“The 35-year-old has had a distinguished international career. He represented the South African national team, Bafana Bafana, on eight occasions.

“He also featured for the South Africa Under-23 team, earning two caps and scoring three goals. Ndlovu played for several teams. These include Mamelodi Sundowns, Bloemfontein Celtic, Maccabi Haifa in Israel, Anorthosis Famagusta in Cyprus, and Qarabağ in Azerbaijan.

“In 2018, he made a significant move to China, joining Zhejiang Greentown, where he scored 13 goals in 41 appearances. He later played for Changchun Yatai in the Chinese Super League.”

Marumo Gallants are next in action on Sunday when they travel to take on TS Galaxy at the TS Galaxy at the Mbombela Stadium.