Charles Esther
Orlando Pirates Close In on Tshepang Moremi as Monnapule Saleng Saga Drags On, marking a pivotal moment for the club’s transfer strategy.
Supporters hope the pending arrival will ease uncertainty created by Saleng’s unexplained absence throughout the current calendar year.
Saleng Saga Leaves Gap on the Wing
Monnapule Saleng has not featured for the Buccaneers in any competitive match since December.
His prolonged layoff forced coach José Riveiro to experiment with makeshift wide options that lacked cutting edge.
The technical team now views fresh recruitment as essential to maintain width and creativity during a demanding 2025 campaign.
Why Moremi Fits the Buccaneers Style
Tshepang Moremi recorded three goals and seven assists for AmaZulu last season, showcasing end-product and blistering acceleration.
He is comfortable hugging the touchline or cutting inside to unleash powerful efforts with either foot.
Analysts compare his direct dribbling to former Pirates crowd favorite Tlou “Gautrain” Segolela, whose pace terrorized defenses a decade ago.
Transfer Negotiations Progress Smoothly
Sources close to both clubs report that talks are in an advanced stage, helped by a history of amicable dealings.
AmaZulu value the player’s development path, while Pirates believe the move will benefit everyone involved.
A medical and personal terms are expected to follow swiftly once a transfer fee is finalized.
Jersey Numbers Up for Grabs at Orlando Stadium
The departures of Paseka Mako, Miguel Timm, and Thabiso Monyane have freed up iconic squad numbers two, four, and twenty-nine.
Many fans speculate that number four, once worn by Happy Jele, could become Moremi’s if the deal is completed.
A symbolic jersey switch would underscore management’s confidence in the 24-year-old winger’s impact potential.
Financial Realities Behind Saleng Contract
Reports suggest Saleng earns around seventy thousand rand weekly, placing him below the league’s top earners.
That figure reflects earlier contract terms and may partly explain speculation connecting him with moves abroad.
Pirates may decide to cash in rather than negotiate a significant salary increase with an unsettled player.
Could Moremi Replace Saleng Effectively?
Moremi offers pace, durability, and an eye for goal, qualities that align with Riveiro’s counter-attacking philosophy.
His arrival would provide rotation options for rising star Mohau Nkota, reducing the risk of burnout during congested fixtures.
If the transfer is sealed, the Buccaneers could enter preseason with renewed balance and optimism along both flanks.
Outlook for the 2025 Season
Securing Tshepang Moremi should stabilize Orlando Pirates’ wide play while contract decisions on Saleng continue behind closed doors.
The coming weeks will reveal whether the Soweto giants can finalize all moves and hit the ground running in August.
For now, fans eagerly watch social media feeds for confirmation that a new speed merchant will soon don the famous black-and-white shirt.
