Orlando Pirates might be saying goodbye to two of their star players, Oswin Appollis and Relebohile Mofokeng, at the end of the season. The duo has been on fire, scoring a combined 21 goals across all competitions.
Their contributions have already helped Pirates win two trophies this season, and they could make it a double if they clinch the Betway Premiership title. Appollis and Mofokeng have been instrumental in the team’s success, with their goals and assists making a big impact.
Transfer Speculation Surrounds Mofokeng
Mofokeng is attracting a lot of interest from other teams, and he is currently Africa’s highest-valued U23 player, worth R68.6 million. He has already played in the 2025 AFCON and is expected to be part of the FIFA World Cup in June, according to Afroscout.
Appollis has also had an impressive debut season with Orlando Pirates. He was recently named Betway Premiership Player of the Month, and has scored eight league goals and provided six assists, bringing his total goal contributions to 17 across all competitions.
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has praised Appollis, saying: “He’s a fantastic player. He brings something special to the team, technically and in terms of finishing in the final third. His creativity is very important for us.”
Meanwhile, youngster Camren Dansin is starting to make a name for himself. He first caught the eye of Bucs supporters with a stunning goal against Mamelodi Sundowns last year, and he came close to scoring again in Orlando Pirates’ 2-0 win over Stellenbosch FC at Athlone Stadium.
Dansin’s performance has sparked calls from fans for him to get more game time as the season comes to a close. He has made just 11 appearances so far, but there is a growing belief that he could play a bigger role in the near future.
Planning for the Future
As the season draws to a close, Orlando Pirates will need to think about replacing players who might be leaving. With Appollis and Mofokeng potentially on their way out, the team will need to find new talent to fill the gap. The question is, are they on the right track to finding the right players?
