Tebogo Langerman Discloses How R3 Million House Led to Mamelodi Sundowns Exit

• A former Sundowns star revealed that buying a R3 million house instead of taking a signing-on fee caused friction with coach Pitso Mosimane
• Misunderstandings about the home purchase led to a strained relationship with Mosimane, ultimately impacting the player's mental state and career
• After his Sundowns exit, the player turned to alcohol to cope and eventually found a new path playing and coaching in the ABC Motsepe League

Former Mamelodi Sundowns left-back Tebogo Langerman is disclosing how his decision to purchase a R3 million house in Ruimsig led to tensions with then-head coach Pitso Mosimane — a fallout that eventually signalled the end of his decorated spell at Chloorkop.

Speaking on the Trap and Pass podcast earlier this year, Langerman revealed how the decision to request a home instead of a signing-on fee led to tensions behind the scenes, impacting his relationship with Mosimane and hastening his departure.

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The R3 million dream

Langerman explained that the disagreement arose after he bypassed the usual contract process. Instead of accepting a signing-on fee, he asked Patrice Motsepe to assist him directly with the purchase of a R3 million home — a move that didn’t sit well with then-coach Pitso Mosimane and sparked tension within the club.

“I approached the president and asked him not to give me a signing-on fee because it goes to the agent,”

Langerman said.

“Instead, I asked him to buy me a house — and he agreed."

He found a dream property in Ruimsig, Little Falls, perched on a picturesque hill. After purchasing the home, Langerman hosted an extravagant housewarming celebration — a move that unintentionally caused friction within the club.

Tension with Pitso Mosimane

Langerman recalled how Mosimane became suspicious about the purchase.

“He asked, ‘Why, out of all these players, did the president buy you a house?’”

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Langerman explained. Although he clarified that it was his signing-on fee that funded the property, the misunderstanding marked the beginning of a breakdown in their relationship. The tension escalated, and Langerman admitted the situation affected his mental well-being.

“I wasn’t okay. I turned to alcohol to cope,” he said.

The end of the road

Langerman eventually left Sundowns at the end of the 2020/21 season after his contract expired. He went on to spend a year with Moroka Swallows before moving to Sunrise FC Lephalale in 2022, where he took on a dual role as player and coach in the ABC Motsepe League.

From SuperSport to Sundowns success

Tebogo Langerman, a versatile left-back, began his career at SuperSport United, before moving to Mamelodi Sundowns in 2014. At Sundowns, he became a key figure, winning domestic titles and the 2016 CAF Champions League. After his contract expired in 2021, he briefly played for Moroka Swallows and later pursued a coaching career. Langerman also earned 10 caps for Bafana Bafana.

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Themba Zwane renews Sundowns contract

Briefly News previously reported that Mamelodi Sundowns have secured veteran midfielder Themba Zwane’s long-term commitment with a new contract.

Despite struggling with injuries, including a torn Achilles tendon, Zwane’s return to full training offers a morale boost ahead of the club’s CAF Champions League semi-final against Al Ahly.

His leadership and consistency have been key to Sundowns’ success, and his new deal underscores his importance to the squad, offering stability as the team aims for further titles.

Source: Briefly News