Orlando Pirates are making strategic moves to bolster their back line, reportedly securing the signature of a promising young defender to fill the boots of long-serving club captain, Innocent Maela.
According to reliable sources at FARPost, the Buccaneers have finalized a deal with the Natal Rich Boyz for the transfer of the highly-rated Nkosikhona Ndaba. The 22-year-old’s impressive performances, particularly throughout the current season, have clearly caught the attention of the Soweto giants.
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Interestingly, this transfer activity comes at a pivotal time for Orlando Pirates, who are currently in the process of identifying their next head coach following the departure of Jose Riveiro. Despite the ongoing search for a new mentor, the club’s management is demonstrating their commitment to strengthening the squad in preparation for the upcoming challenges.
Furthermore, the article mentioned that Orlando Pirates may see some player departures, particularly those whose contracts are nearing expiration at the end of the current campaign. This natural squad evolution often accompanies the arrival of new players and a change in coaching personnel.
FARPost’s inside information indicates that the deal for the left-footed Ndaba has been successfully concluded between the two clubs. The young defender’s rise through the ranks at Richards Bay has been noteworthy. After a valuable season honing his skills with the club’s DStv Diski Challenge side, he earned his promotion to the senior team in 2023.
Ndaba’s senior debut arrived on the 11th of December of that year, when he featured in a league encounter against the now-defunct Royal AM at the Harry Gwala Stadium.
Since then, the KwaZulu-Natal native has accumulated a commendable 41 appearances across all competitions for Richards Bay, showcasing his talent and potential on the top-flight stage.