Mamelodi Sundowns Sign South African Junior International After Leaving PSL Rivals

• Mamelodi Sundowns have reportedly snapped up another South African talent ahead of other Premier Soccer League rivals
• The Betway Premiership reigning champions landed a new goalkeeper, who is currently the number one for South Africa's under-17 team
• The Brazilians' fans shared their thoughts about the club's decision to sign the South African youngster

Mamelodi Sundowns have bolstered their ranks with the signing of a promising South African junior international player who left their Premier Soccer League rivals.

The reigning Betway Premiership champions, who opted for a measured approach in the recent transfer window, continue to fine-tune their squad under head coach Miguel Cardoso, who has emphasised his preference for a compact and competitive group.

During the window, Sundowns also recruited former Kaizer Chiefs forward Katlego ‘Tsiki’ Ntsabeleng on loan, signed Nuno Santos from a Portuguese club, Fawaaz Basadien joined from Stellenbosch FC, Miguel Reisinho, who was sent off on his debut in the Carling Knockout Cup, was signed on a free transfer, and Aphelele Teto, the latter being loaned out to AmaTuks for regular game time.

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To streamline the squad ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, Sundowns released several senior players, including Etiosa Ighodaro, Thembinkosi Lorch, Sanele Tshabalala, Rushine De Reuck, Sifiso Ngobeni, Lebohang Maboe, Neo Maema, Rivaldo Coetzee, Thabang Sibanyoni, and Sipho Mbule.

Sundowns sign Lwandiso Radebe

Sundowns have reportedly signed South African junior international goalkeeper Lwandiso Radebe after leaving SuperSport United.

Radebe, just 16 years old, rose through SuperSport United’s youth structures and has already earned a reputation as one of the country's most talented young goalkeepers. His arrival is seen as a move to reinforce Sundowns’ long-term goalkeeping options.

The Brazilians already have one of the best goalkeepers in Africa and the world in their ranks, Ronwen Williams, alongside veteran goalie Denis Onyango, Reyaad Pieterse, and Jody February, so Radebe's arrival means he's seen as the goalkeeper to take over from either of them in the future.

Radebe's arrival sparked mixed reactions from Sundowns supporters on social media. Here is what they are saying:
Sibusiso shared:

"It make sense since there is a bit of future uncertainty regarding Supersport academy, more movement will come end of this season."

charlie_marema reacted:

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"He must be ready to start in post next season as this is Williams last season as a starter."

MilisaMbazi commented:

"I saw a lot of errors in the u17 Afcon but I hope he will make it to professional level and have brilliant career that will make him Mzantsi's no.1."

Bulelaniso wrote:

"Who was the goalkeeper of our DDC team last weekend when we beat Amazulu 3-0? That one is very very good too."

za_lady1 said:

"OMG!!! Personally, I saw him as a potential replacement for Williams. I was really impressed in the World Cup qualifiers."

Segomotso morotsi added:

"Onyango should resign honestly..aggg..The DDC keeper should deputize Ronza."

Williams on last season's struggles

Briefly News also reported that Ronwen Williams spoke about last season's struggles and how they helped shape his growth.

The Bafana Bafana goalkeeper narrated the highs and lows he encountered in the 2024-25 season.

Source: Briefly News