Orlando Pirates fans have bid farewell to Relebohile Mofokeng, as the gifted attacker is set to join Belgian side Union SG next season, leaving a significant void in the Bucs’ lineup. With the 2026/27 Betway Premiership campaign approaching and a CAF Champions League return on the horizon, the club must act quickly to replace his creativity and output. Management faces a critical choice: promote from within or sign an external candidate to fill the role.
Internally, Pirates have options. Promising acquisitions Bohale Ngwato and Matome Mmolai offer different strengths, while Tshepang Moremi must elevate his goal contributions. However, football analyst Uche Anuma believes the answer lies elsewhere. He has advised Pirates to target Kaizer Chiefs starlet Mfundo Vilakazi, arguing the 20-year-old possesses the versatility to play on the wings and in attacking midfield—similar to Mofokeng. Anuma claims Vilakazi has been underutilised at Naturena and would thrive under Bucs head coach Ab