TTM snap up ex-Chiefs, Pirates stars
THE new kid on the block, Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila (TTM), aim to be competitive in top flight football.
The Limpopo-based outfit recently bought the status of Bidvest Wits. Next season they will campaign in the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and the owners have started to strengthen the team with seasoned campaigners.
It will be the end of an era for the Clever Boys as TTM will be located in Limpopo where they will play at Thohoyandou Stadium.
On Tuesday, TTM announced the signing of former Orlando Pirates midfielder Oupa Manyisa and Kaizer Chiefs winger Joseph Malongoane.
TTM communications manager, Tshidino Ndou, said they were not done in the market.
“We are beefing up the squad in preparation for next season. We believe in giving younger players an opportunity but experience is also required in the team,” Ndou said.
Manyisa parted with Mamelodi Sundowns on Tuesday afternoon and later penned
TTM.
The stylish midfielder struggled to replicate the form that made him the darling of the Buccaneers when he propelled them to greatness when they amassed six trophies in two seasons.
He joined Sundowns with huge expectations and the supporters expected that he would be a hit at Sundowns. Unfortunately, it wasn’t
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“Both Oupa and Joseph have the experience and quality needed at the club. TTM supporters can expect more big signings,” Ndou detailed.
At the age of 31, Manyisa is at the peak of his career and it certainly is a good buy from TTM’s point of view.
“Yes, it wasn’t difficult to agree a deal with these two players,” Ndou explained when asked about the negotiations.
Malongoane struggled with injuries at Chiefs. He got injured when he was on top of his game. After recovering, he couldn’t command a regular starting berth.
The pair might come in handy for TTM if they qualify for continental competitions. Wits are on course to finish in the top three. They are also in the semi-finals of the Nedbank Cup where they are pitted against Mamelodi Sundowns.
TTM are set to lose the services of top players. Thulani Hlatshwayo, Deon Hotto, Brandon Petersen, Ricardo Goss, Hashim Domingo, Thabang Monare and Sifiso Hlanti will be leaving the club.