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Overseas side makes offer for SuperSport’s Maseko
The 20-year-old Maseko has been a revelation in Gavin Hunt’s team.
Thapelo Maseko (left) in action for SuperSport United against Orlando Pirates recently. (Photo: Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images)
SuperSport United could be forced to part with one of their top young players next season with reports suggesting that an overseas side wants Thapelo Maseko.
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The 20-year-old Maseko has been a revelation in Gavin Hunt’s team as the veteran mentor looks to revitalise Matsatsantsa a Pitori.
But it has emerged that Belgian top flight side KV Westerlo are interested in having Maseko on their books and are preparing a big offer.
A report carried by SABC Sport on Monday quoted Maseko’s manager Lance Davids, a former player himself, confirming the offer.
“We believe this was expected because Thapelo has had a phenomenal season under coach Gavin Hunt,” Davids is quoted as saying.
“And he was recently called up to the Under 23 and mentioned by Bafana coach Hugo Broos as well. We can confirm the offer.”
“I think he is ready for the step up and he can follow in the footsteps of SA players who move to Europe at a young age and have done well in the past.
“Westerlo is also an ideal club… they have a history with our players – from Lyle Foster recently, to Elrio van Heerden, Masilo Modubi, Jeffery Ntuka and Boy-Boy Mosia.
“There’s clearly something special if you also consider that Bontle Molefe and Mdu Shabalala went on trial there last year,” added Davids.
Decision rests with SuperSport
Davids understands that Maseko’s move will depend entirely on SuperSport United agreeing to sell him off.
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“But we do acknowledge the decision rests with his parent club. And we hope they can allow him this opportunity, instead of maybe considering any local offers for Thapelo.”
Maseko is also believed to have also attracted interest locally with teams like Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns suggested as possible next homes for the youngster.
The left footed attacker has become a key player in Hunt’s team this season.
Maseko has contributed three goals in the league with one assist and is valued at just over R4-million, according to Transfermarkt.com.
