Former Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has responded to a question as to whether or not he would be keen to sign players from the Soweto giants.
Having already left Pirates, Riveiro is heavily linked with African giants Al Ahly who previously had South African players on their books.
Pirates players such as Relebohile Mofokeng and Evidence Makgopa were previously linked with possible moves away from the club next season.
However, there has not been anything concrete in terms of offers from clubs they have been linked with.
Now, Riveiro admitted it was difficult to answer the question with a yes or no, saying those decisions often come from the top.
Jose Riveiro being lifted after final match against Golden Arrows Image via @SoccerBeatZA on X
COULD ANY OF ORLANDO PIRATES PLAYERS FOLLOW RIVEIRO?
“Well, it’s a difficult question. Pirates are full of talent, full of really good future prospects, but that’s not my role and will never be,” said Riviero per Soccer Laduma.
“In today’s teams, we as coaches have a say, obviously, in the players who are coming and going. But it belongs more to the strategic side of the business. In this case, for Orlando Pirates and whichever club who wants to have a look at our talent here.
“The role that I’m playing in that kind of situation, trust me, is minimum. And whatever happens in the future, it’s not going to have a straight relation with my decision, my influence or my opinion.”
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