Thapelo Maseko: Bafana Bafana Star Set to Leave Mamelodi Sundowns for European Side

• Mamelodi Sundowns are set to lose Thapelo Maseko to a European club, after the player failed to be utilised by Miguel Cardoso
• The South African international has been linked with a move away from the Pretorian giants since last summer, but all rumours failed to materialise
• Maseko's proposed move to Europe has sparked different reactions from Premier Soccer League followers on social media

Thapelo Maseko has reportedly left Mamelodi Sundowns’ training camp in Polokwane as he prepares to complete a loan switch to a European club, AEL Limassol, this January.

Sources indicate the winger is set to depart the Tshwane giants on a temporary basis, having already left camp ahead of the move that will see him join fellow South African Luther Singh in Cyprus.

The Brazilians have signed Monnapule Saleng from Orlando Pirates this January and are working on signing a former Kaizer Chiefs star from another Premier Soccer League rival.

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Maseko set to leave Sundowns for Europe

Aris Limassol had previously shown interest in signing Maseko at the start of the season, but negotiations between the two clubs failed to reach an agreement, resulting in the deal falling through.

Maseko has since struggled for first-team opportunities at Sundowns, accumulating just over 100 minutes of senior football. He has featured mainly for the reserve side to maintain match fitness, and the proposed loan spell is viewed as an opportunity for the 22-year-old to revive his career and push for a return to the Bafana Bafana setup after missing out on the 2025 AFCON.

The Cypriot top flight already has a South African presence, with Mihlali Mayambela representing Aris Limassol and Singh currently on the books of AEL Limassol.

Fans react to Maseko's proposed move

The reports about Maseko's departure from Sundowns were met with differing opinions shared by the club's supporters and fans of the PSL on social media.

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Some accused the Pretorian giants of not utilising the talent of the player since joining the club, and it's good that he's moving to Europe.

Phiwo Kjr

"I remember his first game at Sundowns, he tried to battle with Frosler. Against Chiefs.. And Frosler outshone him... From that game, he was never seen again. Until now."

TG Teegee

"Life of a prisoner, and remember he did sign anything, and the team he is going to is a small team, like sunflowers."

T-Junction🚧

"I pray for this move to materialise so he can taste Champions League football."

Talker

"I wish he'd stayed at Supersport tbh. Sundowns had him playing in DDC."

Themba Kaebis

"Mandate; sign all promising players on a long term contracts from other clubs. Frustrate them with the bench (while you meet your objectives), then later "loan" bench warmers to other clubs after your objectives are met."

King David

"This will give him a taste of foreign football and hopefully help him become a super player better than he ever was. Wish you nothing but the best and wish you the best 6 months of your life 👆💛💚."

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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