Mobara set to join Wits in swap deal with Motshwari
Orlando Pirates midfielder-cum-defender Abbubaker Mobara is said to be heading to Bidvest Wits in a swap deal that will see midfielder Ben Motshwari going the other way.
Abbubaker Mobara of Orlando Pirates celebrates a goal (Sydney Mahlangu /BackpagePix)
According to TSN Express, this is part of the deal that started in the January transfer window when Xola Mlambo joined Pirates from Wits.
“It represents continuing business between the Johannesburg clubs, both of whom have lofty ambitions. Pirates are hoping for a top-two finish at the end of the season that will give them a place in the next Caf Champions League, for which their squad strength will be boosted by Mlambo and Motshwari,” reported TSN Express.
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Meanwhile, as reported earlier by Phakaaathi, Pirates are also interested in Thulani Hlatshwayo, but Wits are reluctant to sell their captain.
But with Mobara and Robyn Johannes, who has signed a pre-contract with Wits, joining Wits at the end of the season, Hlatshwayo could very well join the Bucs.
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