TS Galaxy president Tim Sukazi has publicly accused fellow PSL team Sekhukhune United of “stealing” winger Sphiwe Mahlangu, following Mahlangu’s confirmed transfer to Sekhukhune United.
The outspoken claim was made during a candid interview with Ikwekwezi FM, where Sukazi addressed the recent player movements from TS Galaxy.
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Sekhukhune United recently announced the arrival of the 30-year-old Mahlangu, a player who has been a central figure for the Rockets over the past five years.
His move comes as Sekhukhune’s coach, Eric Tinkler, aims to strengthen his squad after the team secured another fourth-place finish in the league.
Sukazi, while acknowledging that player transfers are a normal part of football, expressed his strong disapproval of the circumstances surrounding Mahlangu’s departure.
“In football, there’s a season where players leave and get new players in the team. So, it’s normal in football for that to happen, and the reasons for players to go and others to come are different,” Sukazi stated, as quoted by Sportswire.
That being said, The Rockets president revealed that he had anticipated Mahlangu’s move after discovering the player had signed a pre-contract with Sekhukhune United.
“About Mahlangu, we are coming from far with him, as you know he played for five years here,” Sukazi elaborated, before making the bold accusation: “Sekhukhune stole him, and after our game against Pirates at Orlando Stadium. I told everyone that Mahlangu signed a pre-contract with another team. I saw that.”
Despite his strong words, Sukazi concluded by wishing Mahlangu well in his new chapter. “So, Sekhukhune stole him, but I wish him all the best with his new team going forward.”
During his five-year tenure with TS Galaxy, Sphiwe Mahlangu was a consistent performer, featuring in 110 games. He contributed significantly with 15 goals and nine assists, having originally joined the club as part of the Highlands Park squad after TS Galaxy acquired their top-flight status.