Bafana Bafana Star Urged to Quit Orlando Pirates and Chase European Move Next Summer
South African defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has been one of the best players in the Premier Soccer League since being promoted to Orlando Pirates first-team last season.
The 19-year-old has also taken his club form into the South African men's national team, as his recent performance for the Bafana Bafana has left a lot of fans and football pundits talking about the player's brilliance.
He was named the Man of the Match in Bafana Bafana's 1-1 draw against Nigeria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. This game led to a sports journalist airing his thoughts about the youngster.
Bafana defender urged to move to Europe
Sports journalist Michael Afolayan who watched Mbokazi splendid performance against Nigeria, and was surprised to find out he's still with Orlando Pirates.
“Mbekezeli Mbokazi has the talent and potential to succeed on the European stage,” the source said. “A move abroad next summer could be the turning point in his career and give him the platform to grow into the world-class player he’s destined to become.”
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“Staying at Orlando Pirates has helped Mbokazi develop, but Europe is where he’ll truly test himself against the best. That experience is essential if he wants to take his career to the next level.”
Source: Briefly News
