Orlando Pirates have officially begun a massive squad revamp following the appointment of new head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, with four confirmed departures and at least four more players reportedly facing uncertain futures at the club. The Soweto giants have confirmed the exits of seasoned stars Innocent Maela, Thabiso Monyane, Paseka Mako, and Miguel Timm. These departures mark the beginning of what looks to be a bold new era at Mayfair, with Ouaddou set to reshape the squad to fit his tactical vision for the upcoming season.
The departure of Maela, in particular, leaves a leadership vacuum. The captain’s exit has triggered discussions over who will wear the armband next, with Tapelo Xoki and Nkosinathi Sibisi emerging as the frontrunners to lead the team under the new regime. Meanwhile, both Monyane and Mako are currently training with Kaizer Chiefs, suggesting imminent announcements on their moves to Naturena. Timm, however, remains a free agent as speculation continues over his next destination.
In addition to the confirmed exits, a second wave of potential departures is looming. According to reports, Katlego Otladisa and Gilberto are set to be released. Furthermore, midfielders Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo and Siphelo Baloni are also facing uncertain futures, with Ouaddou yet to make a final decision on their roles. Despite the departures, Pirates have been aggressive in the transfer market, already securing nine new signings, including Sipho Mbule. The club is clearly bracing for big structural changes as they prepare for the 2025/26 campaign under a new philosophy. Supporters can expect further squad movement in the coming weeks, as Ouaddou looks to finalize a team capable of challenging for domestic dominance and continental success.
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