Charles Esther
Orlando Pirates target Tshepang Moremi to strengthen wing options for the 2025 season after concerns grew about depth in wide areas.
Monnapule Saleng continues to be linked with an exit, which would leave a significant creative gap on the right flank.
Coach José Riveiro wants fresh legs to rotate with emerging talent Mohau Nkota and avoid fatigue during a congested campaign.
The club believes quick recruitment now will build rhythm before preseason training starts in early July.
Why the Buccaneers Need Extra Width
Pirates relied heavily on Saleng’s direct running and Nkota’s youthful energy throughout the 2024–2025 league schedule.
Opponents eventually doubled up on the flanks because there were limited alternatives on the bench.
Adding another explosive winger should keep defensive lines guessing while improving overall balance in transition.
Moremi’s Standout Season at AmaZulu
Tshepang Moremi enjoyed a breakthrough season at AmaZulu with three goals and seven assists from twenty-eight league appearances.
His searing pace and willingness to attack full-backs evoked memories of Tlou “Gautrain” Segolela’s glory days in black and white.
Moremi’s numbers also demonstrate efficiency, delivering a key contribution every three games despite limited service from midfield.
Transfer Talks Progress Smoothly
Negotiations between Pirates and AmaZulu are described as advanced thanks to solid historical relations during previous windows.
Both clubs respect one another’s valuation processes, making a straightforward agreement more likely before the squad departs for preseason camp.
The winger has privately welcomed interest, seeing Soweto as the ideal stage to elevate his career and challenge for silverware.
Reinforcing the Back Line With Tshepho Mashiloane
Pirates also moved for Baroka defender Tshepho Mashiloane, a versatile option who can cover right-back and central midfield duties.
Releasing Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako exposed depth issues on both flanks during critical stretches of last season.
Mashiloane’s experience in the Motsepe Foundation Championship suggests he can handle physical battles while adapting to top-flight tempo.
Midfield Insurance Through Masindi Nemtajela
Miguel Timm’s departure created a creative void that Pirates aim to fill with Masindi “Confidence” Nemtajela from Marumo Gallants.
The 23-year-old box-to-box midfielder recorded one goal, two assists, and four bookings across seventeen league matches.
His stamina and aggressive pressing fit Riveiro’s preference for quick transitions and ball recoveries in advanced zones.
What Moremi Adds to the Soweto Giants
Moremi thrives in one-on-one duels, stretching back lines and opening pockets for Bafana striker Evidence Makgopa to exploit.
His left foot delivers whipped crosses, while his right foot remains strong enough to shoot from tight angles.
That two-footed threat forces defenders to stay honest, creating additional space for overlapping full-backs like Innocent Maela.
Outlook for the 2025 Campaign
If Pirates secure Moremi, Mashiloane, and Nemtajela before the window closes, depth concerns should ease significantly.
The trio collectively addresses width, defensive cover, and midfield dynamism, areas highlighted by technical staff after postseason analysis.
Supporters will watch transfer updates closely, hopeful that new arrivals spark a stronger title push and deeper continental run.
Early momentum often defines championship races, and Orlando Pirates plan to hit the ground running when the league resumes in August.
