Mamelodi Sundowns Close to Signing Ex-kaizer Chiefs Star After Monnapule Saleng’s Arrival

• Mamelodi Sundowns are reportedly closing in on the signing of talented forward Puso Dithejane from Premier Soccer League rivals TS Galaxy
• The Betway Premiership champions are working on bolstering their squad as the second half of the PSL season resumes in a few days
• The former Kaizer Chiefs player would be another major acquisition for the Brazilians if the deal eventually goes through

Mamelodi Sundowns are said to be close to signing TS Galaxy's talented forward, Puso Dithejane, who is a Kaizer Chiefs academy product, just days after orchestrating a major transfer coup in the Premier Soccer League by signing Monnapule Saleng.

The defending champions are acting decisively to bolster their squad ahead of the second half of the 2025/26 PSL season after finishing second in the league standings in the first half, with Saleng being their first signing.

Following a first half of the campaign that fell short, leaving them without the MTN8 and Carling Knockout trophies, with Orlando Pirates winning both trophies, the Tshwane outfit has made it clear they intend to dominate the January transfer window.

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Sundowns sign Saleng from Pirates

In a move that came as a surprise to many PSL followers, Masandawana recently confirmed the signing of Orlando Pirates winger Saleng.

The South African international had a good spell with the Soweto giants before things went wrong between both parties. He found the back of the net 25 times alongside registering 17 assists in 70 appearances for the Sea Robbers before being sent out on loan to Orbit College.

This is not the first time Sundowns have signed a player directly from Pirates. They did the same under Rulani Mokwena when Thembikosi Lorch was brought in during the winter transfer window.

Lorch has also left the Pretorian giants after spending just one season with the club. He is now permanently signed to Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club.

Sundowns close in on Dithejane

After Saleng's signing was announced, the spotlight is on 21-year-old Dithejane, who has impressed consistently for Galaxy this season. The ex-Chiefs youth player has made 15 appearances, contributing four goals and six assists.

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A top South African media reports that negotiations between both clubs and the player are at an advanced stage, with only minor details remaining before the deal is finalised. If the deal goes through, then Puso would be Sundowns' third signing this January.

“Puso is close to joining Mamelodi Sundowns. Discussions with his representatives have been positive, and the player is enthusiastic about the move. Only a few final points need to be resolved,” sources revealed.

If completed, Sundowns would outpace rivals Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs to secure Dithejane’s services, adding another key asset to their lineup as they pursue the record of nine consecutive league titles, Nedbank Cup, and the CAF Champions League success.

Sundowns thrash ABC Motsepe side

Briefly News also reported that Mamelodi Sundowns ran riot over an ABC Motsepe side in a friendly game ahead of the Premier Soccer League return.

The reigning Betway Premiership champions are looking forward to reclaiming the top spot from Orlando Pirates in the second half of the season.

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Source: Briefly News