Orlando Pirates FC face tough test without Relebohile Mofokeng
Orlando Pirates FC's loss of star winger Relebohile Mofokeng to Europe has left the team facing a difficult road ahead, according to Bafana Bafana legend Quinton Fortune.
Speaking in an exclusive interview, Fortune warned that the team's financial muscle is not enough to absorb the loss of a player who was central to their attacking play.
"Relebohile Mofokeng has left for Europe now, and he was Pirates' main player - whereas Mamelodi Sundowns have the money," Fortune said.
What happened?
Mofokeng's move to Europe marks the exit of one of the most exciting young talents to emerge from the Pirates academy in recent years.
Why it matters for Orlando Pirates FC
Fortune's comments highlight a growing concern among South African football observers: that Pirates lack the financial resources to absorb the loss of a player who was central to their attacking play.
What comes next?
The team will have to rely on other players to fill the void left by Mofokeng's departure.
League standing: 2nd in Premier Soccer League, 3 pts, 1W-0D-0L from 1 games, recent form W.
Goals this season: 2 scored, 0 conceded (+2 goal difference).
Orlando Pirates FC will have to rely on other players to fill the void left by Mofokeng's departure, but the team's financial muscle is not enough to absorb the loss of a player who was central to their attacking play.
