Percy Tau could find himself in a similar situation to Lebo Mothiba at Mamelodi Sundowns should the Brazilians decide to sign him.
According to reports, the 32-year-old winger was spotted training with Mamelodi Sundowns at Chloorkop this morning following their CAF Super Cup clash.
Tau joined Miguel Cardoso’s squad in training to maintain his fitness as he searches for his next destination.
The former Bafana Bafana international has been a free agent since leaving Vietnamese outfit Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC in May 2026.
Given his age and the competition for places at Sundowns, it appears unlikely that Tau would easily break into the first team.
On the wings, the Brazilians already have Tashreeq Matthews, Antonio Van Wyk, Siyanda Ndlovu, Siyabonga Mabena and Monnapule Saleng competing for places.
Should Sundowns sign Tau, he could find himself near the bottom of the pecking order. His lack of match fitness could also mean that he would need time before becoming available for selection.
With Sundowns out of the CAF Champions League, the club may not see the need to add another player to an already crowded squad. They could even look to trim their numbers during the January transfer window.
Percy Tau training with Sundowns
If Tau does somehow secure a deal at Chloorkop, he could end up making only a handful of appearances, much like former Bafana Bafana striker Lebo Mothiba.
The lanky forward has made just three appearances for the Brazilians this season and is yet to find the back of the net.
With Iqraam Rayners and Brayan Leon preferred in attack, Mothiba finds himself further down the striker pecking order and has struggled to get regular playing time.
As things stand, Tau could simply be using Sundowns’ facilities to maintain his fitness while looking for a new club.
A move to Chloorkop remains uncertain, but even if the Brazilians were to consider signing him, breaking into Cardoso’s starting XI would be a difficult task.