Why I chose Pirates over Sundowns – Ndlovu

The Maritzburg United midfielder appeared set to sign for Masandawana this season but has now chosen to move to the Buccaneers.


Siphesihle Ndlovu has explained why he snubbed Mamelodi Sundowns and chose to join Orlando Pirates.

The Maritzburg United midfielder appeared set to sign for Masandawana this season but has now chosen to move to the Buccaneers.

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“First of all I have made the decision to join the black and white on my own, I’ve never signed with Sundowns,” the 22-year-old told KickOff.

“Pirates brought an offer to the team (Maritzburg), and then the team sat me down and we talked about it. Yeah, obviously I’ve been always willing to play for the black and white, but then when the offer arrived I could see that this is where I could fit in.”

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