SOCCER NEWS - Orlando Pirates are close to signing yet another striker, adding to their already admirable attacking options, Phakaaathi has learnt.
It has come to Mgosi Squad’s attention that Pirates have reached an agreement to sign Congolese striker Guy Mbenza but the details of the deal are still unclear.
While still only 23-years-old, Mbenza is a well travelled striker having played in his native Congo, Tunisia, Belgium and Saudi Arabia.
A source claims Mbenza is the reason Pirates stepped back from fighting to sign Ranga Chivaviro. Chivaviro has since been announced by rivals Kaizer Chiefs as one of their new signings on Monday.
Richards Bay have also claimed to have signed the 30-year-old striker on a pre-contract in January and threatened to take legal action.
“Pirates were offered a younger option in Mbenza. And while I am not sure if he has signed yet, Pirates have tabled an offer for him,” says a source.
“He should be in the country soon to conclude the deal. If he signs, he will link up with his new teammates.
“And then the coaches will decide who they keep and loan out once they have seen all their strikers together.”
Article: Caxton publication, The Citizen
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