Orlando Pirates snatch COSAFA star in stunning transfer coup

Orlando Pirates have officially snapped up rising star Kamogelo Sebelebele from TS Galaxy, bolstering their ranks ahead of a demanding 2025/2026 campaign.

Sebelebele made headlines with a breakout season at TS Galaxy, notching five goals in 29 appearances and proving himself one of the league’s most consistent performers. His dazzling form earned him a call-up to Bafana Bafana’s COSAFA Cup squad, where he didn’t disappoint, claiming a Man of the Match award, helping South Africa to a runners-up finish, and earning a spot in the Team of the Tournament.

Bafana star adds depth to Pirates’ versatile attack

Although the Buccaneers are currently deep into their preseason tour in Marbella, Spain, Sebelebele will not immediately join the main squad abroad.

“Sebelebele will join the group of players who remained in Johannesburg while the selected first team group embarked on their preseason tour in Spain,” the club announced on Monday.

This approach allows the 23-year-old Limpopo-born winger to integrate locally while Pirates fine-tune their systems overseas.

Despite being a natural winger, Sebelebele showed impressive tactical flexibility at TS Galaxy last season. The club praised his ability to perform at right back and left back, making him a versatile asset for new head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.

“While naturally a winger, the Limpopo-born star demonstrated his tactical adaptability last season by also excelling at both right back and left back, highlighting his versatility and dynamism he brings to Abdeslam Ouaddou’s squad.”

Squad rebuild hits double digits

Sebelebele becomes Pirates’ 10th new signing of the window, joining an exciting group that includes.

Sipho Mbule

Yanela Mbuthuma

Tshepang Moremi

Nkosikhona Ndaba

Sinoxolo Kwayiba

Tshepo Mashiloane

Sihle Nduli

Masindi Nemtajela

Oswin Appollis

The Bucs have acted quickly and decisively to add depth and quality to their squad. With Sebelebele’s arrival further strengthening their attacking options.

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