Orlando Pirates attacker Relebohile Mofokeng continues to attract attention from overseas. This new report has suggested that German giants Bayer Leverkusen have placed the young star on their shortlist.
According to SoccerBeat, the Bundesliga side is believed to be monitoring the 21-year-old after another impressive campaign at club level and his standout performances for Bafana Bafana.
The rising star has become one of South Africa’s biggest football talents. Many believe the next step in his career could come outside the country.
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Mofokeng has developed into one of Orlando Pirates’ most influential attacking players. He produced 11 goals and nine assists in 36 appearances across all competitions during the past season.
Those numbers tell only part of the story. The Sharpville-born attacker has become known for his confidence on the ball, creativity in tight spaces. And ability to change matches with moments of individual brilliance.
His performances on the international stage have only increased the spotlight around him. European clubs are now believed to be keeping a close eye on his progress.
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A move to the Bundesliga would represent another major milestone in Mofokeng’s rapid rise. Bayer Leverkusen have built a reputation for identifying and developing young talent. The reported interest in another sign of the growing recognition surrounding the Orlando Pirates academy product.
The attacker has also been linked with French giants AS Monaco. It adds to speculation that his future could become one of the biggest transfer stories involving a South African player.
For now, Mofokeng remains focused on his football, but after his explosive rise at Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana, it appears only a matter of time before more European clubs make their interest official.