Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo opens up on big wish for Pirates' Mbule

• Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo has shared his dream for Orlando Pirates midfielder Sipho Mbule this season
• The South African legendary footballer outlined some of the things he wants the former Mamelodi Sundowns star to achieve after his good start with the Bucs
• Khumalo's wish for Mbule sparked several opinions from Premier Soccer League fans on social media

Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo has opened up about his big wish for Orlando Pirates summer signing, Sipho Mbule.

The former Sekhukhune United midfielder joined the Sea Robbers this summer on a free transfer after Mamelodi Sundowns decided not to renew his contract.

Since joining the Bucs, Mbule has transformed into a standout player, dominating the midfield for Pirates and earning a recall to the South African men's national team.

Mbule featured in both World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and the Super Eagles of Nigeria, where he gave a good account of himself in both games.

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Khumalo's big wish for Mbule

Khumalo told iDiski Times that Sipho Mbule is showing encouraging signs of progress at Orlando Pirates. He urged patience as the midfielder continues to settle in.

He praised Mbule’s performances, noting that his ability to deliver under the pressure of 60,000 fans at Orlando Stadium proves he has the quality to represent South Africa at the highest level in Morocco.

The Chiefs legend highlighted Mbule’s experience and natural talent, calling him a gifted player who is capable of giving the nation what it needs on the continental stage.

Khumalo revealed that he often discusses the youngster with Hlompho Kekana and stressed the importance of Mbule putting distractions aside to focus fully on his football.

As a fan, Khumalo expressed his admiration for Mbule and said he believes the player has what it takes to elevate both his career and South African football.

He concluded with confidence that if Mbule stays focused, he can undoubtedly deliver for Bafana Bafana without doubt or fear.

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Mbule can already be considered one of the best midfielders in the Betway Premiership this season. If he continues this form through November and December, he could earn a spot in the final Bafana Bafana squad for the 2025 AFCON.

Here is what PSL fans are saying about Khumalo's dream for Mbule:

MadimetjaErens said:

"Don't worry doctor when you play for small team with no fans you tend to be lonely and troublesome.......but now he's at pirates he will behave , he know there's high chances of meeting pirates fan at a club so he will no longer get distracted."

Clinton37031290 wrote:

"I often wondered why do so many South African talented footballers get so easily distracted and influenced,is it mindset,environment,peer pressure or simply friends."

Ten Ten Mvelase reacted:

"This he only need a physical coach then he can conquer the football world .Old Jonh Mibizela was very physical strong you wer not going to get the ball on that guy ,Ah Scara was making you fill his physical experience that why iam saying this guy nees to hit the jim couse akanaz."

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Sipho_gaffer shared:

"Doctor always following public opinion never corrects wrongs, a man who is afraid to speak truth and doesnt have back bone. Mbule plays bad period."

PeacefulZulu added:

"He found the right club in pirates. Khoza doesn't play around when it comes to ill discipline."

Khumalo hails Pirates' Mbokazi

Briefly News also reported that Khumalo commented on the brilliance of Mbekezeli Mbokazi after his recent performance for both club and country.

The Kaizer Chiefs legend explains why the Bafana Bafana star's talent is rare and why he has the potential to become the best.

Source: Briefly News