DStv Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed the signing of Thapelo Maseko from SuperSport United.
This after the club revealed that Cassius Mailula has gained interest from a North American club reported to be Major League Soccer side Toronto FC.
“Mamelodi Sundowns have been in discussions with a North American football club that expressed interest in acquiring the services of Cassius Mailula,” Sundowns said in a statement on Monday.
“Sundowns are proud of Cassius Mailula, who joined the Mamelodi Academy as a 13-year-old, and was developed and nurtured by the Sundowns coaches.
“Mamelodi Sundowns will make further announcements concerning Cassius Mailula in due course.”
𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐝𝐢 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐥𝐚’𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛
Mamelodi Sundowns has been in discussions with a North American football club that expressed interest in acquiring the services of Cassius… pic.twitter.com/VY8uUQx3QG
— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) July 17, 2023
Maseko becomes Sundowns’ fourth acquisition ahead of the new season after defender Lesiba Nku from relegated Marumo Gallants, midfielder Junior Mendieta from Stellenbosch FC, and Brazilian international Lucas Ribeiro Costa from Belgian Challenger Pro League outfit SK Beveren.
“Introducing Thapelo Maseko! Masandawana, we are delighted to introduce the exciting Thapelo Maseko to our squad ahead of the new season,” said Sundowns in a tweet..
✍ Introducing Thapelo Maseko!
Masandawana, we are delighted to introduce the exciting Thapelo Maseko to our squad ahead of the new season! 👆#Sundowns pic.twitter.com/zk0ap6OvmH
— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) July 18, 2023
The 20-year-old was one of standout players last season, earning himself a national team call-up. He was also nominated for a Young Player of the Season award, which was won by Mailula.
Maseko was also on the most wanted list of Belgian outfit KVC Westerlo, whose bid for the services of the Bafana international was rejected by SuperSport.
The speedy winger is expected to join Sundowns for their last round of pre-season training in the Netherlands, where the Brazilians have a scheduled friendly against the likes of Eredivisie side NEC Breda.
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