Mamelodi Sundowns are set for a significant squad shake-up as newly appointed head coach Miguel Cardoso aims to put his stamp on the team before the 2025/26 season. Sources indicate that up to 10 players could be released as Cardoso seeks to reduce the squad size and build a more focused and competitive first team. Among the initial players expected to depart from Chloorkop are defender Rivaldo Coetzee and midfielder Sipho Mbule, with their agent Mike Makaab reportedly confirming their exits. Both have found it difficult to get consistent playing time lately, and their departures align with Cardoso’s new vision for the club.
Star Goalkeeper Reyaad Pieterse, who has mainly served as a backup, is another player likely to move on, according to KickOff, in pursuit of regular first-team football. Other midfielders who might be shown the door include Lebohang Maboe, Luvuyo Phewa, Etiosa Ighodaro, and Sifiso Ngobeni. Additionally, Thembinkosi Lorch, a high-profile signing from Orlando Pirates, could be offloaded due to inconsistent displays since joining Sundowns.
Argentine midfielder Matias Esquivel appears set to leave permanently after failing to secure a starting spot. Lucas Suarez’s future remains undecided, with Cardoso still contemplating his role for the coming season. As Sundowns aim to regain their dominance in the domestic league and make a deeper impact in CAF tournaments, Cardoso’s decisive squad overhaul may be the catalyst needed to reinvigorate the squad
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