5 PSL Players who deserve big moves
EVERY season there are players who perform well above the expectations of their clubs, and who prove that they deserve moves to more resourced clubs in South African football if not abroad. We look at five such players from this season:
Victor Letsoalo (Royal AM)
The 29-year-old is currently the leading South African goal scorer in the Premiership with 10 goals to his name. Victor Letsoalo is a big reason why Royal AM have surpassed expectations this season and have a chance of playing continental football next term.
Letsoalo is one of the best SA finishers at the moment and he is now at the peak of his powers. He will not get any better from here on and so now is the right time for him to move to a big club and challenge for trophies. Ashley du Preez (Stellenbosch) At 24-years-old, Ashley du Preez has been a surprise package for Stellenbosch FC this season and has helped his team to significantly improve. Stellenbosch have come far after they battled relegation last season.
They have been arguably the most improved team in the South African top flight this season, and Du Preez is a big reason why they have done so well. Toaster Nsabata (Sekhukhune) Sekhukhune United had a poor second half of the season, but Toaster Nsabata was their one bright spark. The Zambian goalkeeper proved that he is capable of some excellent reflex saves and had it not been for him, his club may well have been fighting relegation this season.
If all is fair, the 32-year-old should definitely be a contender for PSL Goalkeeper of the Season.
Tapelo Xoki (AmaZulu)
Tapelo Xoki is one of the best SA players currently that has not yet been capped by Bafana. The 27-year-old is solid defensively while he is also an adept taker from dead-ball situations, proving that he can find the back of the net. Khanyisa Mayo (City)
The 23-year-old still has several flaws in his game, but has proved he is capable of flashes of brilliance especially from set-pieces. Due to his age, he still has plenty of time to improve his game. While Mayo is unlikely to become a match winner right away, he has the qualities required to reach that level and any club that is looking to mould a future attacking superstar can look to him.