Monare facing uncertain Pirates future?
Thabang Monare is facing an uncertain future at Orlando Pirates, the Siya crew has learnt, despite having featured for the team this season.
The experienced midfielder has featured in five of the eight matches played to date by the Buccaneers, having made four starts and one substitute appearance under Jose Riveiro.
However, following the arrival of Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo, who is expected to rekindle the remarkable combination he had with Miguel Timm at Marumo Gallants in Pirates’ midfield, Monare could be affected by the changes.
In addition, with the Soweto giants being linked to Stellenbosch FC and Bafana Bafana midfielder Sibongiseni Mthethwa, it could also have an impact on the 33-year According to one source, Monare’s name came up in one of the discussions as a possible swap deal for Mthethwa.
“Pirates is still interested in Sibongiseni ‘Ox’ Mthethwa and expect the club to come back again for him in the next transfer window,” said the source.
“Thabang Monare’s name had been mentioned in a potential swap deal for Mthethwa to go to Pirates, although it is unclear if Stellenbosch will be keen to sign him as they are known to be a club that believes so much in young players,” the source added.
At the end of last season, Monare was one of the players that were released by the club as part of a mass
exodus, though there was a U-turn and the former Jomo Cosmos man returned after agreeing to a oneyear deal.