Orlando Pirates have confirmed the departure of midfielder Phillip Ndlondlo on Wednesday evening.
The 28-year-old is joined the Buccaneers in 2022 and made a number of notable contributions during his time in the famous black and white. Ndlondlo has a good first season under Jose Riveiro but fell down the pecking order a season later, with the ex-Pirates coach preferring Thalente Mbatha in the middle of the park.
Ndlodlo’s absence during pre-season hinted that the midfielder was not part of coach Abdeslam Ouaddou‘s plans ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Orlando Pirates part ways with Ndlondlo
“The Club extends Its sincere gratitude to Phillip for his professionalism and commitment during his spell at Orlando Pirates and wishes him every success In the next chapter of his career.
Meanwhile, Orlandopiratesfc.com confirmed that an agreement has been reached with Orbit College FC for the loan of Monnapule Saleng. The 27-year-old will spend the 2025/26 season with the newly crowned outfit.
Which players did Orlando Pirates release?
Aside from Ndlondlo, the Buccaneers parted ways with Innocent Maela, Miguel Timm, Thabiso Monyane and Paseko Mako. Both Monyane and Mako have since joined rivals Kaizer Chiefs.
So far, the club has signed a total of nine players. The team is currently in Spain for pre-season and will be involved in a number of friendly matches in the coming weeks.
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