Baroka show interest in out-of-favour Pirates defender

Baroka are said to be eyeing unsettled Orlando Pirates defender Thabo Matlaba as they look to rebuild or next season.


Matlaba has not been playing at Pirates and is said to be willing to try elsewhere.

“He is one of the players that the coach looks to bring on. He has experience and he fits the profile of the kind of player the team wants. They are watching his situation and could make an offer soon,” said a source.

READ: Matlaba resigned to a transfer from Pirates

He also revealed Bakgaga are eyeing other senior players.

“They want to become a big club who can compete for everyone and compete strongly in the market but for now they are just monitoring players. They have heard that some players might be released at (Mamelodi) Sundowns and Pirates,” added the source.

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